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Bus Operator Sustains Severe Injuries Inflicted by Passenger

Adolescent Witness in Bergheim, Identifies Suspect for Rhein-Erft-Circle Police Department

Bus Operator Sustains Grave Injuries, Inflicted by Passenger
Bus Operator Sustains Grave Injuries, Inflicted by Passenger

Bus Operator Sustains Severe Injuries Inflicted by Passenger

In the Rhein-Erft District, a criminal investigation has been initiated by the officers of the 21st Criminal Investigation Unit following an incident on July 3rd in Bergheim. The incident in question took place at the bus stop at Sodagraben and Leipziger Straße, where a 25-year-old passenger allegedly attacked a bus driver (59) during an argument over a ticket.

The bus driver was seriously injured and received immediate treatment by emergency services at the scene. The 11-year-old passenger on the bus was reportedly lightly injured and also received medical attention.

The suspect is now facing charges, including suspected dangerous bodily harm, among others. The exact nature of the charges and the suspect's statement have not been disclosed in the latest update.

The investigation is ongoing, as indicated by the initiation of the criminal investigation. No further details about the suspect's identity or current status have been provided.

A significant development in the case occurred when a 14-year-old passenger recognized the fleeing suspect in a nearby garden on "Kentener Heide" street and informed the officers at the scene.

The suspect who was interrogated by the police of Rhein-Erft-Kreis for allegedly severely injuring a bus driver on July 3, 2023, in Bergheim-Kenten is a 25-year-old male passenger.

Officers found the suspect, took his details and statement, and filed a criminal complaint against him. The 11-year-old passenger who was also involved in the incident was also reported to the authorities for necessary follow-ups.

The press inquiries can be directed to the Rhein-Erft District Police Press and Public Relations at the provided contact information. The public is reminded to maintain peace and order, and to cooperate with the authorities in their investigations.

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