Robberies in Stuttgart – Detectives Uncover the Truth

In 2023, robbers struck 662 times in Stuttgart. A robbery is a property crime committed under the threat or use of violence. Legally (§249 of the German Criminal Code), it can be described as a violent form of theft. Because of the use of force, robbery is classified as a felony, while theft is considered only a misdemeanour.

Most of Stuttgart’s registered robbers are opportunistic offenders — nearly half were under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crime. Some may have “drunk for courage,” but for most, the act likely wasn’t premeditated before consuming alcohol.

The private investigators of Kurtz Detective Agency Stuttgart use a range of criminal investigation methods to identify robbery suspects and recover stolen property. Get confidential advice now: +49 711 7153 0028.

Residential Burglary in Stuttgart

Across Germany — and particularly in Baden-Württemberg — the number of residential burglaries has been rising sharply for years. Stuttgart is no exception: according to the 2023 crime statistics, cases increased again by a significant 17.5 percent. Police investigations have focused especially on Southeast European immigrants, as a growing number of suspects have come from these regions. However, the clear-up rate remains below 10 percent, and the full causes of this burglary wave are still unclear.

Burglars most often target electronics, jewellery, and cash — typically when residents are away. In professional cases, the perpetrators often observe the victims’ routines beforehand to determine when a property is unoccupied. Peak times for burglaries are holidays and regular working hours.

Georgian Burglary Gangs Under Scrutiny

In recent years, many burglary suspects in Stuttgart have been of Georgian origin. Investigators suspect an organised criminal network behind the offences — one that carefully plans burglaries and weighs cost versus risk. The districts Stuttgart-Vaihingen and Bad Cannstatt are particularly affected. Alarmingly, some cases showed no signs of forced entry, explained by the fact that residents had hidden spare keys near doors or windows. Such convenience can be costly: seasoned burglars are adept at finding even the most “imaginative” hiding spots.

Monitoring Fencing Markets – Detectives Track Stolen Goods

Stolen items are rarely kept for personal use — they are typically sold for profit. Thus, knowing and monitoring the black market channels is essential for recovering stolen property. Stolen goods (Hehlerware) are often sold cheaply, either in person on the street or via online marketplaces such as eBay, eBay Kleinanzeigen, or Quoka. For the detectives of Kurtz Detective Agency Stuttgart, targeted surveillance of these markets is a crucial step in solving burglary and theft cases.

Burglary Prevention – Security Consulting by Detectives

Given the rapid rise in break-ins, protecting one’s home and valuables through preventive security measures is essential. The security consultants of Kurtz Detective Agency Stuttgart assess your property and individual risk level to design a customised protection plan for your home or apartment. Although no system offers a 100% guarantee, studies show that over 40% of attempted break-ins fail thanks to existing security measures or vigilant neighbours.

Seek advice from the security experts at Kurtz Detective Agency Stuttgart on burglary prevention: +49 711 7153 0028.