Official authorities are seeking out individuals who may have been impacted or have observed an incident on the train.

On August 26, 2025, a disturbing incident occurred on a train journey between Albstadt and Tübingen. According to the Bundes Police Inspectorate Stuttgart, a 40-year-old German man threatened a 15-year-old passenger with Polish citizenship.

The suspect approached the young passenger around 15:15 during the train journey. He allegedly threatened the 15-year-old with violence and even attempted to spit at other passengers on the train. However, a witness intervened and prevented the suspect from carrying out the threat.

The suspect was found by federal police officers at the stop of the regional train in Tübingen. He was subsequently subjected to police measures. The 15-year-old passenger who was threatened has not been identified in the available police reports or news articles. The police are examining video recordings to clarify the incident, but no specific identity is disclosed for this person.

The federal police are seeking other possible victims and witnesses in connection with the incident. They are particularly interested in contacting the unknown passenger who was allegedly threatened with a wooden knife. Potential victims and witnesses are encouraged to contact the Bundes Police Inspectorate Stuttgart at the number +49711550491020.

For further information, you can reach out to the Bundes Police Inspectorate Stuttgart. Their contact details are: Meriam Kielneker, telephone number 0711/55049 1051, email [email protected].

The Bundes Police Inspectorate Stuttgart's website is www.bundespolizei.de. If you wish to stay updated on their activities, you can also follow them on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/bpol_bw. The police urge everyone to maintain a safe and respectful environment on public transportation.