Anniversary: ​​Burglary prevention advice from the Munich police

Hardly anyone in Munich knows it exists—yet this year it is celebrating its 100th anniversary: the criminal police advisory center of the Munich police. “Prevention is the most important task of the police,” emphasized Andrea Föckler at a press conference at headquarters. She invites citizens of Munich to seek advice from the experts of Criminal Investigation Department 105. The unit is headed by Chief Detective Inspector Anita Fricke, while Andrea Föckler has been responsible since December 2024 for the division E34, which focuses on crime prevention.

Originally founded in 1925 as an innovative service for burglary prevention, the advisory center has developed into a comprehensive counseling institution with a wide range of responsibilities, Föckler explained. In addition to 13 police officers, four social workers also work there to support citizens in the best possible way. Chief Detective Inspector Esther Papp, for example, is responsible for victim support, particularly in cases of domestic violence—where for many women, their own home is the most dangerous place. Cybercrime specialist Cem Karakaya advises on issues such as identity theft, while Ralph Kappelmeier teaches strategies on how to protect oneself and others through proper behavior. “Role-playing and practical training help to anchor these strategies in long-term memory,” he explains.

Burglary protection remains a key topic. Chief Detective Inspector Michael Rasp supports citizens directly on site.

While the Munich criminal police advisory center has been demonstrating for 100 years how prevention works properly, there are also competent partners on the practical side who turn theory into solid practice. One of them is Munich locksmith Mario Pichelmaier.

Good advice does not end with a warning finger. Mario Pichelmaier also provides comprehensive consultation on burglary protection, clearly explains where vulnerabilities lie, and recommends suitable products from reputable manufacturers—no cheap solutions that promise more than they deliver. The decisive point: the recommended security measures are also professionally installed. And this is where security and illusion clearly diverge.

Whether additional door and window security systems, modern locking systems, or mechanical retrofit solutions: what the police recommend is implemented in a practical way by Pichelmaier. In short: first comes expert advice, then solid materials, and finally installation that takes away any motivation from burglars. Prevention works best when expert knowledge and skilled craftsmanship come together—and that is exactly the case here.

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Münchner Merkur, Friday, 09 January 2026

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