Emergency Services Subjected to Insults and Threats by a 39-Year-Old Man – A Criminal Accusation Filed by BPOLI MD
On the evening of August 18, 2025, an unusual incident unfolded at Halle (Saale) Central Station. At 19:27, smoke was reported in the roof area of a S-Bahn, causing a disruption.
Two trains were delayed by a total of eight minutes, and two others were partially cancelled. Tracks 2/3 were closed, and the emergency manager and the fire brigade were alerted. The relevant train was on track 2 and was evacuated.
Officers of the Federal Police Inspectorate Magdeburg secured the scene, ensuring the safety of all involved. The man at the centre of the incident, a 39-year-old resident of Halle, was identified as the individual who insulted emergency services personnel and issued a threat.
According to current investigations, the man wanted to put his child in a fire engine, which led to the offensive behaviour and threat. As a result, the German has received a criminal complaint for insult and threat.
The S-Bahn was taken out of service and towed to the workshop for further investigation. The Federal Police Inspectorate Magdeburg, who can be contacted for further questions at +49 (0) 391-56549-505, e-mail: [email protected], and on Twitter @bpol_pir, announced the news of the incident.
The 39-year-old man's actions not only disrupted train services but also put the safety of emergency personnel and his child at risk. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of respect and understanding during emergencies.
