One out of ten individuals fails to survive or suffers severe harm due to the reckless and dangerous trend in question
In the city of Chemnitz, a concerning trend known as "S-Bahn surfing" has been on the rise. This dangerous activity involves individuals riding on top of trains, trams, or freight trains, a practice that has resulted in hospitalizations and fatalities.
Recent incidents have been reported in the areas of Flöha and Meerane. In June 2023, another "S-Bahn surfing" incident was registered by the Federal Police in Flöha. A similar incident occurred in Meerane in January 2025, prompting the Federal Police Inspectorate Chemnitz to issue a warning about the deadly dangers of this trend.
The Federal Police have initiated investigation procedures for these incidents. They have reiterated their warnings about "S-Bahn surfing": such actions are life-threatening and will lead to an investigation by the Federal Police.
Trains are not designed to hold on to their outer parts, making holding on difficult, especially at high speeds. Moreover, "S-Bahn surfing" on the roofs of trains carries the additional risk of electric shock from the overhead line with 15,000 volts.
Frequent severe or fatal accidents occur in "S-Bahn surfing" incidents. People often end up under the train, collide with obstacles, or oncoming trains during these incidents. Accidents involving this voltage are almost always fatal.
The name of the police officer in charge of the Federal Police Inspectorate Chemnitz is not publicly disclosed. However, the public can contact the Federal Police Inspectorate Chemnitz at 0371 4615 105 or via email at [email protected].
These dangerous actions are often reported and shared on social media. The official website of the Federal Police is www.bundespolizei.de.
In January 2025, the Federal Police Inspectorate Chemnitz issued a warning about the deadly dangers of "S-Bahn surfing" following the incident in Meerane. It is crucial for the public to understand the risks associated with this trend and to avoid participating in or encouraging such activities.
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