A total of 26 residential burglaries were reported last week.

The Cologne police inform citizens not only about ways to protect themselves against burglary but also about funding measures to finance technical measures for owners and tenants.

Interested parties can contact the experts at the Cologne police on 0221 229-8008. General information on burglar behavior, preferred burglary times and weak points in apartments and houses can be found in the Cologne study (download on the right). This study can be found on the Internet via this link. The data is still up to date.

You can also find the weekly information on our Facebook page using the following link: https://www.facebook.com/Polizei.NRW.K (Note the information on using our Facebook and Twitter pages).

Current information from the responsible Criminal Investigation Department 72 (domestic burglary):

In the summer months in particular, burglars take advantage of the fact that windows and doors are often left open or "tilted" overnight due to the weather. Secure windows and doors against burglars, especially on the first floor. Our colleagues at the Crime Prevention / Victim Protection Department will be happy to advise you. You can find further information from the criminal investigation department on our website "Riegel vor! Safe is safer".

In apartment buildings, approach people you don't know who are obviously staying there without authorization.

If you notice anything suspicious, call the police emergency number 110 immediately.