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Berlin and Brandenburg’s 2024 crime report reveals theft and repeat offenders dominate

Why are theft and repeat offenders shaping Berlin’s crime landscape? The latest 2024 statistics reveal stark regional differences—and persistent challenges ahead.

In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are...
In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are many cars moving on the road. On either side of the road, we see grass and trees. This picture is clicked outside the city.

Statistics: Who was convicted in Berlin-Brandenburg? - Berlin and Brandenburg’s 2024 crime report reveals theft and repeat offenders dominate

New crime statistics for 2024 reveal key trends in Berlin and Brandenburg. Theft and traffic offences dominate convictions, while nearly half of those found guilty had prior criminal records. The data also highlights differences in offence types between the two regions.

In Berlin, theft and embezzlement make up the largest share of convictions at 21.4%. Traffic violations follow closely at 20.5%, with property and document-related crimes accounting for another 21.0%. Meanwhile, Brandenburg sees traffic offences as the most common, representing 33.1% of all convictions. Theft and embezzlement there stand at 13.1%, while property and document crimes make up 17.2%.

The 2024 figures show theft and traffic violations as the leading offences in Berlin and Brandenburg. With nearly half of convictions involving repeat offenders, the data underscores persistent challenges in both regions. Digital updates to case processing may further shape how future crime statistics are recorded and analysed.

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