Vandalism in the hunting district: unknowns devastate hunter at Wittlich!

Unbekannte beschädigen Jägerstände und Kanzelblock im Jagdbezirk Mesenberg bei Wittlich. Zeugen werden gebeten, sich zu melden.
Unknowns damage hunters and pulpit block in the Mesenberg hunting district near Wittlich. Witnesses are asked to report. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Vandalism in the hunting district: unknowns devastate hunter at Wittlich!

On Sunday, April 6th, and Monday, April 7, 2025, two hunting stalls and a three -meter -high pulpit block with a law firm were damaged in the Mesenberg hunting district. The period of the crime extends from 12 p.m. on Sunday until 10 a.m. on Monday. The police report on considerable damage to property: the hunting stalls showed broken windows, and a door was broken open and a lock was torn down. The pulpit block, which serves to exercise hunting, was completely overturned. The case is of particular interest, since the perpetrators are previously unknown and the police are asking for information from the population.

The police headquarters Trier has started a witness call. People who have observed something suspicious during the said period are asked to report by phone on 0651 983-43390. In the report from the police headquarters, it becomes clear again that any information could be important to determine the perpetrators and prevent further vandalism. According to News.de

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The damage to the hunting stalls is comprehensive, which underlines the importance of protective measures for hunting devices. Vandalism in hunting areas is not only a criminal act, but also a threat to the security and maintenance of nature. Such incidents can also have an impact on hunting laws and the public perception of hunters.

Hunting in Germany is operated by around 384,500 hunters with legal gun ownership. These figures come from the federal health reporting and are part of a broader discussion about firearms and hunting safety in Germany. According to hunting association there are an estimated 5.8 million legal weapons in the country. In public, awareness of security in dealing with weapons is crucial, not only in hunting, but also when protecting the hunting infrastructure.

experts warn that vandalism not only causes material damage, but also undermines confidence in the hunting community. Trier's police are available for questions at any time and has also named a press spokeswoman, Jana Ernst, which can be reached on 0651 983-40022.

Road traffic accidents that have been observed at the same time are another topic that is updated in the region. The attention to security issues in both road traffic and in nature is essential to ensure the well -being and safety of the citizens.

In conclusion, it is essential that the public is encouraged to report suspicions in order to effectively counter crime in hunting areas and to support the security of the local community.

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