Aargau police arrest 14 suspects in anti-burglary operation

The Aargau Cantonal Police conducted a large-scale, two-day manhunt across the canton on November 5 and 6, 2026, to combat burglary crime. The operation, aimed at preventing burglaries and identifying mobile criminal groups as the darker season begins, involved more than 300 personnel.

During the coordinated action, authorities inspected over 1,800 individuals and more than 1,000 vehicles. The operation resulted in the provisional arrest of 14 suspected burglars. Additionally, police checked 32 individuals who were wanted for various reasons, successfully addressing all cases.

Law enforcement focused on residential areas, road networks, and known hotspots, including railway stations such as Aarau and Brugg/Windisch. The effort included support from regional and transport police, as well as partners from the Migration Office and the Federal Office of Police.