Bank vault theft in Gelsenkirchen affects thousands of safe deposit customers.

Thieves drilled into a bank vault in Gelsenkirchen on Dec. 29 and took cash and valuables from many safe deposit boxes. Police reported the loss at around €30 million and said about 2,700 customers were affected.

Thieves drilled into a bank vault at a savings bank in Gelsenkirchen on Dec. 29 and removed cash and personal items from many safe deposit boxes. Authorities reported the incident after a fire alarm drew first responders early that morning, and a hole was later found in the basement vault wall. The bank was quiet for the holiday period when this happened. Local police said the situation is under investigation and the bank remained closed while people waited for information. What was reported: - The incident occurred on Dec. 29 at a savings bank in Gelsenkirchen. - Police reported an estimated loss of about €30 million and said roughly 2,700 customers were affected. - Officials say the thieves appear to have drilled through the vault wall during the quiet holiday period. - Witnesses reported seeing people carrying large bags in a parking garage stairwell and surveillance footage showed a black Audi RS 6 leaving the area. Summary: The event has disrupted many customers and the bank has closed while authorities investigate. You may want to check your account and safe deposit arrangements and contact the bank if you believe you may be affected. Undetermined at this time for recovery of property or the timeline for findings from the investigation.