Porsche Cayenne Found Abandoned in Kaufungen Forest

Kaufungen, Germany - Authorities are investigating the recovery of a stolen Porsche Cayenne, valued at approximately EUR140,000, which was discovered abandoned in the Kaufungen Forest over the weekend. The luxury vehicle was reported stolen from a secured property in the Am Stadion area of Oberkaufungen on the night of February 7-8, 2025.

The owner of the vehicle realized it was missing on Saturday morning, prompting an immediate report to the local police. However, the circumstances surrounding the theft, including the exact time of the incident and the method used by the thieves, remain unclear.

On Saturday afternoon, at around 3 PM, a forester stumbled upon the grey Porsche parked along a forest path near Nieste, heading towards Kleinalmerode. The reasons why the thieves abandoned the vehicle in such a remote location, as well as the duration for which it had been left there, are currently unknown.

Local law enforcement officials from the Kassel Criminal Police Department are actively seeking witnesses who may have observed any suspicious activity in Kaufungen or the surrounding forest area during the timeframe of the theft. Members of the public with any relevant information are encouraged to contact the North Hesse Police at telephone number 0561-9100.

The police have secured the vehicle and are conducting a thorough examination for potential evidence. The investigation aims to uncover leads that might point to the identity of the suspects involved in this high-value theft.

As the inquiry develops, authorities are reminding residents to remain vigilant and report any unusual behavior or incidents in their neighborhoods to assist in preventing future crimes.