Ax attack in the ICE: Four injured after attack in Bavaria!

Ax attack in the ICE: Four injured after attack in Bavaria!

On July 3, 2025, a threatening incident occurred in an ICE between Straubing and Plattling, which frightened the passengers in fear and terror. A 20-year-old Syrian attacked several travelers with an ax and a hammer. As Merkur were injured, including three Syrians between the ages of 15, 24 and 51 and a 38-year-old man. Fortunately, all injuries are out of danger, their state of health is considered stable.

contradictory information about the crime and the backgrounds are currently causing excitement. The perpetrator was overwhelmed by shocked fellow travelers and then arrested by the police. This was also not intact; He suffered serious injuries and has to stay in medical treatment. The motive for the attack is unclear and is currently being examined by the authorities. According to BR so far there is no indication of an extremist background. However, it is believed that the perpetrator was in contact with the victims beforehand.

A disturbing event in a usually safe framework. The ICE connection had around 500 passengers on board when the terrible action took place. The train stopped and enabled travelers to press the emergency stop. As a result, a collection point was set up in Straßkirchen, and rescue workers were quickly on site to help the injured. Deutsche Bahn expressed its sympathy and thanked the emergency services for their quick action.

The cooperation between the Bavarian and Austrian authorities is also worth mentioning in this context, especially since the perpetrator is registered in Austria. He was registered there as a refugee and had a residence permit, as reporting shows.

public feeling of security on the test bench

meanwhile, security in local public transport is increasingly discussed. A survey by the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of the Interior shows that many people feel safe in public space, but report on concerns at later hours, especially in buses and trains. This also resulted in an increase in violent acts in 2024, with significant numbers among the suspects without a German passport.

In 2023, over 51,000 suspects were registered in local transport in Baden-Württemberg alone. Of these, almost 20,000 violations of foreign law were incurred. A worrying statistics that again heats up the discussion about security in public space. In contrast, prevention programs enjoy high attention that aims at increasing security and promoting a positive feeling of security among passengers.

The incidents such as that in Straubing and the general increase in violence in local public transport throw a shadow on these efforts. Many citizens are concerned and demand a clear response from politics to increase security and to regain trust in public space.