Aggressive train traveler hits train attendants and police officers!

Aggressive train traveler hits train attendants and police officers!

In the world of train trips, it can sometimes be turbulent, and an incident on June 13, 2025 on the route from Berlin to Hamburg is impressive. A 27-year-old Italian citizen caused excitement in the EC172 train when he was found during a ticket check without a valid ticket. This was reported by the Image . The train attendant then switched on a co -traveling federal police officer to determine the identity of the man.

The incident took a dramatic turn when the Italian citizen tried to flee through the open trains at the stop in Bergedorf. However, he failed to escape, because the policeman and the train attendant could prevent him from leaving the train. In the following discussion, the attacker hit the two men with fists. Despite the considerable resistance, the policeman was able to bring the man to the ground and captivate while the other passengers are looking forward to.

no injured but considerable effort

like the Presseportal Fortunately, there were no injuries among those involved. The train then continued its journey towards Hamburg Central Station. To ensure that the situation remained under control, additional support was requested by other federal police officers who had willingly went to help.

When arriving at Hamburg Central Station, another patrol of the federal police took over the tied man. A breath alcohol control showed a value of 0.82 per thousand, which also escalated the situation. The Italian citizen was released at around 10 p.m. after all police measures were carried out. But that should have been better, because several criminal proceedings are now underway for the extent of performance, assault, resistance to enforcement officers and an assault on them.

security situation in German lanes

Such incidents are unfortunately not an isolated case. According to a report by Tagesschau , the number of bodily harm in German train stations and trains increased in 2024 compared to the previous year. Over 10,600 assault were reported in the first ten months, and the attacks on trains are also alarming. Around 20 million travelers use the over 5,700 train stations in Germany every day, which increasingly challenges the security situation.

Deutsche Bahn has made considerable investments in security measures in recent years, including the number of video cameras in train stations to 11,000. After all, over 80% of local trains are equipped with more than 50,000 cameras to counteract thefts and acts of violence. Travelers are also sensitized by regular loudspeakers to keep an eye on their luggage.

The incident in the EC172 impressively shows how important a strong security concept and the presence of law enforcement officers in rail traffic are - not only for travelers, but also for the employees who ensure security and order every day.