ATM in Berlin-Karow: explosion leads to high property damage

Unbekannte sprengen Geldautomaten in Berlin-Karow. Hoher Sachschaden, Täter auf der Flucht – Polizei ermittelt.
Unknown ATMs in Berlin-Karow. High property damage, perpetrator on the run - police investigated. (Symbolbild/MB)

ATM in Berlin-Karow: explosion leads to high property damage


Berlin & Brandenburg

explosion of an ATM in Berlin-Karow: Security concerns increase

In the night of Thursday, an incident occurred in Berlin-Karow, which re-fitted the discussion about public security. Unknown perpetrators blew up an ATM in a shopping center, which not only led to material damage, but also raises the question of how well our ATMs are covered.

Details of the incident

The attack took place on Achillesstrasse around 3:00 a.m. The criminals previously pried open the window of an adjacent supermarket to get to the shopping center. According to a police spokesman, considerable damage to the building was incurred. However, it is unclear whether the perpetrators could capture money with their action.

pursued and fled: The search is running

According to reports, police officers reported the perpetrators during their escape, which resulted in a chase in the Pankow district. Details on possible arrests are currently not known, which increases uncertainty whether the perpetrators can be caught.

The required reaction of the banks

The police union (GdP) commented on the incident and asked the banks to do more to make such raids unattractive. Suggestions include the implementation of better surveillance technology, alarm systems and noisy systems that could take the view of the perpetrators. Security systems that mark banknotes with ink were also mentioned as an effective method to prevent thefts.

why this incident is important

The incident in Berlin-Karow raises serious questions about the safety of ATMs and the protection of citizens. Such acts not only endanger material values, but also the feeling of security of the people. The discussion about suitable security measures is revived by this incident and requires urgent attention from banking institutions and authorities.

Overall, this incident shows that the uncertainties in the city continue to exist and that it is time to take effective measures to prevent such criminal acts and increase the quality of life of the residents.

- Nag