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Sweden Warns Campers After Spate of Motorhome Break-Ins Near Gothenburg

Police are distributing German, English and Swedish notices urging tourists to tighten vehicle security during the investigation.

In Schweden gibt es immer mehr Überfälle auf deutsche Camper.

Overview

  • Police in Västsverige recorded roughly 15 motorhome and caravan break-ins over two weeks, with German tourists frequently affected.
  • Suspects reportedly strike at night and drill holes in driver doors to gain entry while people sleep, according to a police spokesperson.
  • A family at a campsite near Trollhättan reported theft of passports, cash and credit cards, and searches with tracking dogs yielded no arrests.
  • Investigations continue with no confirmed suspects in custody, and authorities have not established whether the crimes are organized.
  • Multilingual warnings urge visitors not to leave vehicles unattended, while ADAC advises secure campsites, reinforced doors and windows, and keeping valuables in built-in safes.