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Authorities are searching for onlookers and affected parties in the train incident.

Law enforcement authorities are seeking out individuals who may have either witnessed or foram...
Law enforcement authorities are seeking out individuals who may have either witnessed or foram involved in an incident on a train.

Authorities are searching for onlookers and affected parties in the train incident.

A disturbing incident took place on a train between Albstadt and Tübingen on August 26, 2025. According to the Federal Police Inspectorate Stuttgart, a 40-year-old German citizen allegedly threatened a 15-year-old passenger with Polish citizenship.

The incident occurred around 15:15. The suspect, who has yet to be identified, reportedly threatened the teenager with violence and attempted to spit at other passengers. Thankfully, an eyewitness intervened and prevented the suspect from carrying out the threat.

The Federal Police arrested the 40-year-old German citizen at the regional train stop in Tübingen. The victim, who remains unnamed, has not been described further in the reports. It is not confirmed that the eyewitness was the same individual who was threatened by the suspect.

The Federal Police Inspectorate Stuttgart is seeking further potential victims and witnesses of the incident. For more information or inquiries, you can contact them at the following details:

You can also reach out to them on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/bpol_bw. For general information, visit their website at www.bundespolizei.de.

The Federal Police Inspectorate Stuttgart urges anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information relevant to the case to come forward. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated in ensuring the safety and well-being of all passengers.

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