E-scooter theft in Holzhausen: Police are looking for witnesses!

E-scooter theft in Holzhausen: Police are looking for witnesses!

On the night of July 14th to 15th, 2025, a theft occurred in Holzhausen in the Ilm district, which put the local police on alert. Unknown people entered a property on “Eischfeld” street without permission and stole an “EveMotion” e-scooter, the value of which is estimated at around 500 euros. The crime took place between 7:00 p.m. the day before and 8:00 a.m. this morning, as reported by News.de.

The Ilmenau police have launched an investigation and are looking for witnesses who may have information about the incident. Information can be given to the local police station by calling 03677-601124. The case reference number is: 0182546/2025. The report about the theft came from the Gotha State Police Inspectorate and was published today around 12:30 p.m.

Background and effects

This incident comes at a time when e-scooters are increasingly popular forms of transportation in urban areas. The number of thefts, particularly of e-scooters, has increased in recent months, which can have significant consequences for both manufacturers and users. More and more people are choosing environmentally friendly mobility solutions, while at the same time security measures need to be improved to prevent such crimes.

In another but not directly related issue, the EU has decided to delay the introduction of counter-tariffs against the US until early August. This decision, which comes in the context of the trade conflicts between the EU and the US administration under Donald Trump, could also have far-reaching consequences for economic relations between these regions, such as Image explained in detail.