Dramatic ATM blast in Kirchdorf: Put the perpetrator!

Dramatic ATM blast in Kirchdorf: Put the perpetrator!

Kirchdorf an der Amper, Deutschland - A loud bang in the middle of the night bothered the calm in Kirchdorf an amper on January 14, 2025. At 3:20 a.m., unknown persons blew up an ATM from the Sparkasse Freising-Moosburg, causing residents from sleeping. The explosion was so violent that debris was flew down to the sidewalk and the parking lot of the adjacent net market was considerably damaged. Witnesses reported terrifying noises that broke through the night and described that the explosion was extremely loud. A nearby power distribution box was also seriously affected.

The perpetrators disappeared in a dark car after the crime, probably an Audi, towards the A9 motorway. They managed to capture a five-digit amount of money, while the property damage exceeded the hundred thousand euro mark. The fire brigade and police were quickly on site to examine the damage, while technicians of the energy supplier stabilized the situation.

Investigations and arrests

The allegations against the two men contain severe band theft and causing an explosive explosion. Significant evidence was ensured during the searches at the crime scenes, including clothing and cash that could be connected to the crime. Those arrested are now shown to a judge in the Netherlands, while the Munich I public prosecutor has already applied for delivery to Germany. The investigation is currently underway to determine whether the suspects can be charged with further crimes.

a national problem

The machine blasting is not just a local, but a national problem that affects almost all roof countries. As a current evaluation shows, a total of 50 machine blasting in Germany were registered in Germany between May 2024 and January 2025. These incidents were divided into 30 cities and municipalities, with most of the explosions near motorways and borders. The numbers are also alarming in Switzerland and Austria: a total of 18 explosions in Switzerland and 12 were documented in Austria. The tactics of the perpetrators, who often concentrate on rural and close -border regions, are particularly striking.

The investigations of this special type of crime present the authorities with major challenges because they have to act across borders. An important sign has already been set in Kirchdorf by making progress in the education through international cooperation. Witnesses who perceived suspects or vehicles that night are still called to report. Information is accepted to the LKA on 089/1212-0 or any police station.

This shattering episode in Kirchdorf an der Amper shows once again that the topic of slot machines represents a serious threat to many municipalities. Thanks to the quick reaction of the authorities and international cooperation, there are reasons to hope for an early education.

For further details on the explosion and the investigation, you can also read the reports of Bavaria and network trends .