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Vandalism shock: 5,000 euros worth of damage to the elementary school in Thiede!
Vandalism and bomb threats at schools in Salzgitter: Police investigate, witnesses sought. Damage and safety concerns in focus.
Vandalism shock: 5,000 euros worth of damage to the elementary school in Thiede!
Recently, schools in Salzgitter have increasingly been the focus of negative reporting. On January 2, 2026, it became known that serious vandalism had been committed at a primary school on Breslauer Strasse in Thiede. Between December 23rd and 29th, 2025, unknown persons left traces of their injustice and daubed parts of the school building with paint. A barrier-free ramp was particularly affected, the handrail of which was violently torn from its anchorage. The police estimate the damage to be at least 5,000 euros and have already started an investigation. We are also looking for witnesses who can provide information about the perpetrators. Anyone interested can call 05341/941730 to provide possible information.
Another concerning incident occurred on August 5, 2025, when a bomb threat against Am Ostertal Elementary School was received via email. This led to classes being canceled the following day as a precautionary measure, although the police classified the threat as harmless. The school principal and city administration took this event very seriously as it gave students and teachers a sense of uncertainty. Head of School Dr. Härdrich emphasized the importance of carefully assessing every incident in order to guarantee safety in schools.
An alarming problem
The vandalism and incidents in Salzgitter are part of a larger trend affecting schools across Germany and beyond. According to a recently published OECD study TALIS 2024, it is shown that not only vandalism, but also violence, classroom disruptions and bullying are increasing. In fact, 9 percent of teachers already report that they teach in schools that are frequently affected by vandalism. The figures for violent confrontations among students and the use of drugs or alcohol are also worrying.
In Austria, however, 96 percent of teachers experience a positive school climate and the relationship between teachers and students is described as good. Despite this, 21 percent of teachers say they face weekly cases of bullying in their schools. It is becoming increasingly clear that more effort is needed to ensure a safe and supportive teaching environment. The situation in Salzgitter is therefore not just a local problem, but reflects a broader social challenge that urgently needs to be addressed.