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Train accident in Wilhelmshaven: shopping carts on the tracks cause chaos!
On October 16, 2025, a train collided with a shopping cart on the tracks in Wilhelmshaven. 40 passengers remained uninjured.
Train accident in Wilhelmshaven: shopping carts on the tracks cause chaos!
It was a strange and at the same time dangerous incident that occurred on Thursday afternoon, October 16, 2025, in Wilhelmshaven. A Nordwestbahn train that was on its way to Oldenburg collided with a shopping cart that had been placed on the tracks by unknown persons. Fortunately, a total of around 40 passengers were uninjured, but the consequences of this incident should not be underestimated. Loud NDR There were train cancellations on the route and replacement rail services could not be set up.
The incident happened around 3:23 p.m. near Banter Weg when the train rammed into the shopping cart despite braking quickly. The shopping cart became wedged under the train, requiring firefighters to come to the scene with cutting equipment to remove it. The train was only able to arrive back at Wilhelmshaven station at 5:31 p.m., which resulted in a delay of more than two hours Press portal reported.
Federal police investigations
The federal police have started the investigation and are looking for witnesses who may be able to provide information about the perpetrators. According to the authorities, this is a dangerous interference with rail traffic that could have criminal consequences. According to Section 315 of the Criminal Code, such an intervention can be punished with a fine or imprisonment. In the case of serious injuries or damage, prison sentences of up to ten years are possible. The police have already secured evidence and are asking the public for help by calling (0441) 21 83 80 Catalog of fines highlights.
This incident calls for caution when dealing with railway systems. The Federal Police warns urgently about the dangers posed by objects in the track area and points out that such actions can have not only criminal consequences, but also sometimes traumatic consequences for passengers and railway staff.
It remains to be hoped that the investigation will make rapid progress and those responsible will be held accountable. Such interventions in rail traffic should be avoided under all circumstances - the safety of passengers always has priority.