The Judiciary ruled that the Court of Initial Jurisdiction had neglected its duties as prescribed by Article 85 (1) of the Treaty.
On Friday, September 5, 2025, a physical and verbal altercation took place on a regional express train from Magdeburg Central Station towards Berlin. The incident occurred at 12:20 PM and was promptly managed by officers from the Bundespolizeiinspektion Magdeburg at Magdeburg Neustadt station.
According to a statement issued by the Federal Police Inspectorate on September 7, 2025, the altercation involved a 43-year-old German man and a 70-year-old German man. The 43-year-old German man was identified as the attacker, while the 70-year-old German man was identified as the victim.
The statement confirmed that medical assistance was declined by both parties involved. The 43-year-old German man struck the 70-year-old German man on the nose, and in response, the 70-year-old German man insulted the attacker, pushed him away, and tore his T-shirt.
As a result of the altercation, the 43-year-old German man was reported for bodily harm, and the 70-year-old German man was reported for insult and property damage. The Federal Police Inspectorate did not disclose any further details about the ongoing investigation.
The statement provided details of the individuals involved in the incident but did not provide any updates on the current status of the individuals. The Federal Police Inspectorate recorded the details of all those involved in the incident, but the specific names of the officers were not disclosed in the reports.
The incident is the latest in a series of incidents on German trains in recent years, highlighting the need for continued efforts to maintain safety and order on public transportation. The Federal Police Inspectorate in Magdeburg has urged passengers to remain calm and cooperative in such situations and to seek help if necessary.
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