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Chemnitz Police Link 21 EV Charging Cable Thefts to Seven Suspects

Investigators cite resale for drug use as the motive.

Overview

  • Three suspects—a 35-year-old woman and men aged 25 and 31—are in custody after arrest warrants were issued.
  • Thefts took place from July last year through January across Gablenz, Hutholz, Kappel, Kaßberg and Siegmar.
  • Police estimate about €200,000 in damage for charging-station operators.
  • The seven suspects, aged 21 to 41, allegedly acted together in changing lineups as well as alone.
  • Video analysis and numerous interviews with witnesses and suspects were used to connect the cases.