Not enough money for a roll: man attacks sales clerk

At Nuremberg's Central Station, a man's wallet woe turned into a conflict: He only had 20 cents, 20 cents short of the roll's price. The sales clerk, maintaining her professionalism, declined to sell the roll at a discount. This refusal infuriated the 67-year-old man, who responded by threatening the sales clerk. His temper flared, and he even attempted to swing punches at her.

In response to this confrontation, a Deutsche Bahn security patrol intervened. They apprehended the man on the spot on Monday morning. Fortunately, the man did not use the knife found on him during the altercation. His actions, however, led to serious charges. The federal police charged him with attempted assault and threatening behavior, terms synonymous with the trials that took place in Nuremberg post-World War II.

The incident took place within the purview of the Middle Franconia branch of the Federal Police in Bavaria. Though the man's weapon was a basic kitchen knife, his actions were as serious as those that had once been tried at the infamous Nuremberg trials.

In the realm of German law, actions such as these are dealt with under various provisions.

1. The Attempted Assault (Versuchter Körperverletzung)
2. As stated in Section 224 of the German Penal Code (StGB), anyone who attempts to inflict serious bodily harm or cause death can be charged with attempted assault.
3. The Threatening Behavior (Bedrohung)
4. Law Number 126 of the German Penal Code (StGB) covers instances of threatening behavior. Verbal or non-verbal threats can lead to charges under this provision.
5. Protection Orders (Schutzanordnung)
6. In situations where there's a risk of harm, a protection order (Schutzanordnung) can be issued. This order can restrict contact, entry to certain premises, or a specified distance from the protected person or premises.
7. Consequences
8. Penalties: The perpetrator of attempted assault can face up to five years imprisonment. Threatening behavior can result in fines or imprisonment, depending on the severity of the threat.
9. Additional Measures: In addition to criminal penalties, courts may impose restraining orders or other protective measures to ensure the victim's safety.
10. Specific Scenarios Like at Nuremberg Central Station
11. At public places like Nuremberg Central Station, the perpetrator may face additional charges related to public disturbance or jeopardizing public safety. The charges and penalties would depend on the specifics of the incident, including the presence of witnesses and the severity of the threat.

In essence, attempted assault and threatening behavior are severe offenses in Germany, with potential penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment. Protection orders can also be implemented to safeguard victims from further harm. The specific laws and consequences would depend on the facts and circumstances of the case.