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Crane Lift Damaged due to Vandalism

Leisure complex Kransand's elevator is temporarily halted on August 22nd, following vandalism inflicting substantial damages, resulting in expenditures running into tens of thousands.

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2025 September 8 . 10:10 AM

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Crane Lift Damaged due to Vandalism

In the heart of Wiesbaden, the city on the Rhine, a recent act of vandalism has disrupted the smooth operation of an essential service. The elevator that connects the Kransand area with the traffic hub at the bridgehead has been affected, leaving many users, particularly those with mobility impairments, in a predicament.

The vandalism occurred in June, causing significant damage to the automatic doors of the location. The perpetrator, described as a roughly 25-year-old man about 165-170 cm tall with short dark hair and a well-kept beard, forcibly broke door frames and doors during a break-in at a church in Geislingen. The motive appears to be theft, as the suspect opened a donation box and took a money pouch. The damages are estimated at around 1,000 euros, but the total repair costs are expected to be around 6,000 euros.

The repair of the damaged automatic doors is expected to take approximately twelve weeks. Unfortunately, this means that the operation of the elevator will also be temporarily halted during the repair period. The Press Office of the State Capital Wiesbaden, located at Schlossplatz 6, 65183 Wiesbaden, issued a press release regarding the incident.

The elevator, installed in August 2024, provides a direct, barrier-free connection, making it a significant advantage for those using the bus stop "Mainz-Kastel Bridgehead". Its absence is undoubtedly a setback for those who rely on it for their daily commute.

For those seeking more information or updates, the Press Office of the State Capital Wiesbaden's website is available at www.wiesbaden.de/de/stadt/pressestelle.html. The police are also seeking witnesses to provide any information they may have about the incident.

The vandalism serves as a grim reminder of the impact such actions can have on the community. It is hoped that the repairs will be completed promptly, and the elevator will once again provide its valuable service to the people of Wiesbaden.