Germany Train Attack: Horror: 20-year-old Syrian targets passengers with a hammer-what do we know so far
On Thursday, four people were injured after a person attacked a high-speed train in southern Germany. Ice 91 Seva was traveling from Hamburg to Vienna and carrying around 500 passengers, when the attack was attacked near Strakehen near the Austrian border.The Bavarian police confirmed the incident that the local time took place at 1.55 pm. The suspected, a 20 -year -old Syrian man, was allegedly reinforced by passengers before being arrested by the police. He was also injured in a collision and is currently receiving medical treatment while detaining.The purpose of the attack is not clear, although the police initially admitted that an ax was used, later clarifying that a hammer was the main weapon, possibly yet to be identified with others. Emergency services, including two helicopters and psychological support teams, were sent to the spot. The railway line was closed, and a special care center was installed nearby to assist the affected passengers.German railway operator Dutash sister thanked the respondents first and expressed sympathy to the injured and said: “Our thoughts and sympathy are with the injured and all those who now come to come up with their experience.”
What do we know so far
- The attack took place some time before the train, which reached Strikechne, Bavaria on the route of Vienna.
- The suspected, a 20 -year -old Syrian national, was subdued by passengers and then detained by the police.
- Four people were injured: A 15-year-old boy and two people aged 24 and 51-all Syrian-and a 38-year-old whose nationality is yet to be confirmed.
- All the victims were admitted to the hospital with non-janiley injuries.
- Police initially admitted that an ax was used, but later said that a hammer was a possible weapon; Other items may also include.
- The train was carrying about 500 passengers when the attack took place.
- About 150 emergency personnel, including firefighters, medics and police officers, responded to the spot.
- Passengers pulled an emergency brake, stopping the train near the village of Strexychen.
- A care center and trauma support was provided for the affected passengers.
- Recent months have seen an increase in public attacks in Germany, including stabbing and vehicle-roming events.
