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Heat pump theft in Bad Homburg: Police are looking for witnesses!
Theft of heat pumps in Bad Homburg: Police are investigating incidents on construction sites. Advice accepted.
Heat pump theft in Bad Homburg: Police are looking for witnesses!
In Bad Homburg (Gonzenheim) there was a significant theft at a construction site. Between June 2nd and 12th, 2025, three heat pumps were stolen there. The total value of the stolen devices is around 30,000 euros. The perpetrators are still unknown and were apparently able to escape undisturbed with their loot. The Bad Homburg police has started the investigation and is asking for information. These can be reported by calling (06172) 120-0.
The theft is part of a worrying development. Loud T Online There is a warning forecast from the police that predicts an increase in thefts of heat pumps. This is particularly alarming as heat pump installations are increasing due to a new heating law. The state criminal investigation offices of several federal states are already reporting individual cases and warning of a further increase.
Increasing reports of theft
Individual cases have already been reported in several federal states that indicate a growing problem. The affected federal states include Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria and Rhineland-Palatinate. Such thefts have also occurred in Schleswig-Holstein, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. Ten thefts were registered in Brandenburg in 2022, while Lower Saxony recorded a low double-digit number of cases, which, however, increased slightly compared to the previous year.
The police assume that the number is unreported because not all thefts are recorded in the police crime statistics. The incidents often take place on construction sites or in unfinished buildings, which are often unattended. Experts recommend taking preventive measures such as video surveillance or alarm systems. The police in Saxony recommend the use of fittings that are difficult to remove and individual markings on the components.
Given the increasing number of thefts, it is important that builders and installers review and adapt their security measures. Due to the growing market for heat pumps, it is expected that these offenses will continue to increase. The authorities in Baden-Württemberg also recommend additional security measures such as motion detectors for outdoor lamps to reduce the risk of theft.