This is the 315th most frequent German word.
ermittlungen
Investigations.
Here, 'Ermittlungen' refers to the investigative actions taken by the police to gather information about the incident.
Die Polizei führte Ermittlungen wegen des Einbruchs durch.
The police conducted investigations regarding the burglary.
In this sentence, 'Ermittlungen' refers to inquiries or investigations conducted personally, likely in an informal context, emphasizing individual action.
Seine privaten Ermittlungen ergaben keine neuen Informationen.
His private investigations did not yield any new information.
This usage of 'Ermittlungen' emphasizes professional and thorough investigative measures taken as part of a collaborative effort to resolve a matter.