Burglary at foodstore in Žižkov: damage exceeds 174,000 crowns, police seek suspect
An unknown man broke into a store on Seifertova Street in Prague 3 and stole cigarettes, alcohol and toiletries. Police have released security footage and are appealing to the public for help.
Burglary at shop in Prague 3: perpetrator caused damage exceeding 174,000 crowns
The Czech police (policie.gov.cz) is searching for an as-yet-unidentified man suspected of burglary at a foodstore on Seifertova Street in Prague 3 – Žižkov. The crime took place on Wednesday 7 October 2026 shortly before 3 a.m.
The perpetrator forcibly breached the electronic entrance doors leading from the garages into the store's premises. At the till, he damaged a cigarette dispenser and stole a large quantity of cigarette packets from it. He also took several bottles of alcohol and toiletry goods.
The total damage exceeded 174,000 crowns. Approximately 115,000 crowns of this amount represents damage caused by harm to the store's equipment and furnishings.
According to security footage, the man is under 45 years old and of medium slim build. At the time of the burglary, he was wearing a black sleeveless jacket with "HC Gladiators Kladno" written on the back, a light-coloured hooded sweatshirt, a black peaked cap, black trousers and trainers. He was carrying a Nike sports bag across his shoulder.
Police have now released the security footage and are appealing to the public for help in identifying the suspect. If you recognise him in the footage or have any relevant information, contact the emergency line 158.
Source: Google News CZ — Crime (cs)