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String of Burglaries Hits Ober-Widdersheim and Butzbach in 48 Hours

Two bold break-ins in two days—chainsaws, glasses, and binoculars vanished. Can you help crack the case? Police need your tips now.

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2026 February 8 . 9:05 PM

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String of Burglaries Hits Ober-Widdersheim and Butzbach in 48 Hours

A series of burglaries struck Ober-Widdersheim and Butzbach in early February 2026. Thieves targeted both a private home and a shop, stealing tools, optical devices, and other valuables. Police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward with any information.

The first break-in happened at a single-family house on Wydratstraße in Ober-Widdersheim. Between 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3, and 8:30 a.m. the next morning, burglars forced their way in. They took several chainsaws, axes, and other items before fleeing.

Less than 24 hours later, another burglary occurred at a shop on Butzbach Market Square. This time, the perpetrators broke in between 6:10 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4, and 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 5. They pried open a basement door and stole multiple pairs of glasses, a measuring device, binoculars, and additional goods.

No similar crimes with matching patterns were recorded in Mittelhessen throughout 2025. Friedberg Criminal Police are now leading the investigation into both incidents.

Authorities have asked anyone with information to contact Friedberg Criminal Police immediately. The dedicated phone line for witness reports is 06031 6010. The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to identify those responsible.