Summary
A shipment of German ammunition was stolen from a delivery truck in the town of Burg, as confirmed by Germany's defense ministry. The theft involved a civilian transport company and took place when the truck was left in an unguarded parking lot overnight. Investigations by the army and police are ongoing to understand how the theft occurred and to secure the missing ammunition.
Key Facts
- German ammunition was stolen from a delivery truck in Burg, Germany.
- The incident happened on the night of November 25 when the truck was left unguarded.
- The stolen shipment reportedly included around 20,000 rounds.
- The types of ammunition included live pistol rounds, blank bullets for rifles, and smoke grenades.
- The theft was discovered when the truck reached Clausewitz Barracks.
- The German army and police are conducting an investigation into the theft.
- There is a hotline and support available for drivers to find secure parking, which the driver did not use.
- Similar thefts have occurred in the Saxony-Anhalt region, but no connections have been made yet.
