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Explosion in Bergedorf: ATM blown up – who is the perpetrator?
In Hamburg-Bergedorf, a masked perpetrator blew up an ATM. Police are investigating. Advice requested.
Explosion in Bergedorf: ATM blown up – who is the perpetrator?
On Wednesday night there was a spectacular ATM explosion in Hamburg-Bergedorf. The machine, which was located in a temporary building next to a gas station, was blown up by a previously unknown perpetrator around 11 p.m. A passer-by discovered the badly damaged machine on Thursday morning and immediately informed the police, reported NDR.
When the emergency services arrived, the anteroom of the temporary extension was completely destroyed. Investigators have evaluated surveillance camera footage that shows the man wearing dark clothing and a mask entering the room shortly before the explosive device detonated. It is currently being investigated which means was used in the explosion, while the perpetrator is still unknown and the search is ongoing.
Another explosion drama in Hamburg
Another incident in Hamburg also shows the worrying increase in ATM explosions. In Bramfeld, a Haspa ATM on Fabriciusstrasse was blown up at 3 a.m. This crime involved at least two perpetrators who, after the event, loaded their loot into an Audi A4 station wagon and fled. Their getaway car collided with a police patrol car, resulting in a hectic chase. Although the police were deployed with 30 patrol cars and a helicopter, the perpetrators managed to escape undetected after fleeing over garage roofs, leaving behind some items such as balaclavas and cash. The police are also urgently requesting information from the public on how to do this MOPO reported.
A bad business: ATM explosions on the rise
The incidents in Hamburg are part of a worrying trend that endangers the safety of citizens. Data from the Federal Criminal Police Office shows that the frequency of ATM explosions has increased sharply in Germany. According to a study from 2023, Hamburg in particular recorded a high number of incidents. According to statistics, the number of explosions per 100,000 inhabitants in the Hanseatic city is above the national average, which makes it clear that there is a need for action here. For more information you can click on Statista can be accessed.
The police have launched an intensive search program in both cases and are asking the public for help. Any relevant information can be provided by calling 040 4286-56789.