Explosions at train stations: Police check explosive devices in the Uelzen district

Explosions at train stations: Police check explosive devices in the Uelzen district

On June 6, 2025, the peace at the train station in Bienenbüttel was suddenly disturbed: a ticket machine was significantly damaged in an explosion. This criminal activity does not appear to be isolated, as the police have discovered illegal explosive devices in Lüneburg that could be linked to other explosions at train stations in the region. The machine in Bad Bevensen was not spared either; The attack took place here on the night of November 18th to 19th. The cash box remained untouched, but the damage amounted to many thousands of euros. Particularly explosive: On December 3, 2025, the police detonated an unspecified number of these explosive devices in a controlled manner in a field between Ochtmissen and Vogelsen in order to avert further danger. Investigators from the Uelzen Police Department are involved in the ongoing investigations, with the focus also being on the role of a person from Lüneburg where the explosive devices were found. These acts of violence cast a worrying light on security in the region. AZ Online reports about it.

A similar incident occurred in the Börde district, where another ticket machine was blown up early Saturday morning. A loud bang alerted residents, who then called the police. When emergency services arrived, the machine was badly damaged and initial investigations indicate that pyrotechnic explosive devices were used. The perpetrators fled in a dark car towards the A2. The estimated material damage here is around 10,000 euros. In this case too, the police are looking for witnesses. Day24 also reports on the frightening events.

Background and effects

The increasing number of explosives crimes in Germany is cause for concern. According to the Federal Criminal Police Office's police crime statistics, there was an overall decrease in crimes in 2024, but the increase in certain types of crime that affect citizens' sense of security is alarming. The likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is particularly higher in urban areas. While the clearance rate was 58% in 2024, the number of unreported crimes remains problematic. Statista emphasizes that rapes and other serious crimes in particular often go unreported.

The current crime situation is not only an issue for the investigating authorities, but also for those affected. Many people feel unsafe when such violent incidents occur on their own doorstep. Police are required to act both preventatively and reactively to protect citizens and ensure public safety in train stations and other busy areas.