Red paint, swastika: vandals vandalize seven vehicles in Bremen!

Red paint, swastika: vandals vandalize seven vehicles in Bremen!

In Bremen-Woltmershausen, an act of vandalism caused a stir among residents and drivers. On the night of August 9, 2025, between 10:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. the following day, unknown perpetrators targeted seven vehicles. These included cars as well as a mobile home and a trailer. Particularly disturbing: A trailer was defaced with a mock swastika, which brought the police to the scene.

A Smart car was almost completely covered in red paint, while the motorhome sustained significant damage. Police secured evidence at the scene and interviewed witnesses. “This is a case of clear damage to property, which is being prosecuted in accordance with Section 303 of the Criminal Code,” said a police spokesman, commenting on the incidents. The criminal police have now started investigations to find the perpetrators.

Focus on property damage

Damage to property, such as the incidents described here, refers to the intentional damage or destruction of someone else's property. Examples of such crimes include graffiti, scratched cars or even broken windows. According to current law, penalties for such acts can range from fines to imprisonment of up to two years. In more serious cases, additional aspects can further increase the penalty, reinforcing the view of vandalism.

“Victims don’t just have to deal with the immediate damage. The cleaning costs can also amount to several thousand euros,” explains an expert from the Bremen police. In addition, the possibility of legally enforceable civil law claims for the injured parties remains for up to 30 years - this can lead to long-lasting financial burden.

What's next?

Those responsible for health care in Bremen are asking the population for help. Anyone who has information about the perpetrators can contact the criminal investigation service on 0421 362 – 3888. The police rely on moral courage and an attentive neighbor to prevent vandalism in the future. Prevention measures such as good lighting and, if necessary, video surveillance or barriers can help to avoid such incidents.

The citizens of Bremen are invited to educate themselves about the consequences of vandalism. Cleanliness and maintenance of public spaces could help minimize the risk of property damage. In a positive sense, residents should be encouraged to get in touch with each other and to keep a watchful eye on their neighborhood.

All information is from the police report of August 11, 2025 as well as the reports from Nachrichten Today and News.de taken from. For further information about property damage in Bremen, please refer to the [Bremen Police] website (https://www.polizei.bremen.de/praevention/sachbetreib-63223).