The Grand Ducal police report covered several incidents which happened earlier this week.
On Wednesday evening a person was pick-pocketed upon exiting the lift from the Bonnevoie footbridge. They were approached by a stranger who took hold of them as they moved past into the lift. After walking a few metres, the victim realised their phone was missing.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident. For practical tips on how to reduce the risk of muggings and pick-pocketing, consult the police website.
Burglaries
On Wednesday a thief gained access to a residence on Rue des Muguets, Neudorf, through a cellar window, in order to steal cash.
Overnight from Tuesday to Wednesday, another burglar broke into a house through a patio door on Rue Theodore Eberhardt in Belair, stealing a number of jewellery items.
In Belval, residents of a house on Quartier de l'église discovered their home had been broken into while they were out on Wednesday evening. Upon their return at around 11pm they found the home in disarray, while a number of valuables were missing.
