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Police Link Geretsried Graffiti Spree to 16-Year-Old After September Search

Prosecutors will now decide on charges following a tally of 25 victims with damage estimated in the mid five‑figure range.

Overview

  • Police say the vandalism series began in May 2024 and a 16-year-old student is now under investigation for criminal damage.
  • Investigators identified 25 victims, including private individuals, institutions, and local businesses.
  • The reported damage totals a mid five‑figure euro amount affecting bus stops, traffic signs, electrical cabinets, and house walls.
  • Staatsanwaltschaft München II secured a judicial search warrant executed in September, when officers seized extensive evidence.
  • Unique stylistic features across the graffiti led police to suspect a single perpetrator, and the presumption of innocence remains as prosecutors consider next steps.