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Brazen theft in the Uckermark: pensioner loses 390 euros at the ATM!
On October 26th, 2025, a pensioner in Schwedt/Oder escaped theft at an ATM. The defendant admits to acting impulsively.
Brazen theft in the Uckermark: pensioner loses 390 euros at the ATM!
In the Uckermark, an incident at the ATM caused a stir and shed light on current crime trends in Germany. A pensioner who forgot 390 euros at the ATM in Schwedt became the victim of a brazen theft. Another customer took advantage of the opportunity and grabbed the money, reports Moz.de.
The investigation revealed that the 52-year-old perpetrator, who already has 15 previous convictions, was held responsible for his actions. He was identified through CCTV footage and confessed to the crime in court, but stressed that he had acted impulsively. He initially kept the money in his home before using it for a car repair.
Judgment and remorse
The court decided to impose a fine of 1,800 euros and at the same time ordered the confiscation of the embezzled amount. When reaching the verdict, the judge took into account the defendant's confession as well as his remorse and the assessment that it was a momentary mistake. Interestingly, the defendant was still on probation at the time of the crime, which further complicated his situation.
Fortunately, the tragic end for the pensioner, who initially lost his money, was not quite as dystopian. Another bank customer intervened and helped get the money back. Such relief efforts are important at a time when crime in Germany is rising again after years of decline. Around 1.78 million thefts were recorded in 2022, an increase compared to the previous year Statista.
Theft crisis situation
Theft is still one of the most common crimes in Germany. According to statistics, the most common forms of theft are shoplifting and bicycle theft, but bank robberies and ATM robberies should also not be neglected. In another case before the courts, two accomplices worked together to trick female ATM customers and steal cash, showing the importance of being vigilant when withdrawing money. Law Online emphasizes that such thefts in the joint and verifiable form of complicity can have serious criminal consequences.
The incident in Schwedt and the figures about increasing thefts reflect a worrying reality. People are urged to be vigilant at all times, whether when withdrawing money or handling their property. Everyone can contribute to the safety of our community - whether through mindfulness or through active intervention like the good Samaritan who helped the pensioner.