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Two instances of robbery from gravesites

Grave ornament theft repeated at Westfriedhof in Ingolstadt, Bavaria: A thief made off with grave decorations from a grave site twice within a span of two weeks, from October 26th to November 1st, 2024. The incident was first noticed by the grave owners on Halloween, October 31st, 2024,...

Two instances of burial artifact thefts
Two instances of burial artifact thefts

Two instances of robbery from gravesites

In a disturbing turn of events, an unknown individual has been stealing decorative materials from graves at the Westfriedhof in Ingolstadt, Germany, over a period of six days between October 26 and November 1, 2024.

The first instance of the theft was discovered by the grave owners on October 31, 2024. Despite the grave owners replacing the stolen decorations, the perpetrator struck again the following day, indicating a deliberate and callous act.

The exact time of the crime could not be determined by the victims. The location of the incident remains at Westfriedhof in Ingolstadt, specifically at 85049 Ingolstadt, Westliche Ringstraße 12.

The press release, issued by the police, provides no further details about the nature of the incident or the identity of the perpetrator. As of the press release date, no suspects or arrests have been made in connection with the case.

The Ingolstadt Police Department is urging anyone with information about the perpetrator or the crime to contact them at 0841/9343-2222. Witnesses are encouraged to come forward to help bring this matter to a close.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting and preserving our cemeteries and the memories they hold. The police continue to investigate the matter, and the public's cooperation is essential in ensuring justice is served.

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