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E-scooter robbers attack tram drivers in Bremen: clues wanted!
In Oldenburg, two young people were suspected of attacking a tram driver. The driver suffered injuries and is appealing for witnesses.
E-scooter robbers attack tram drivers in Bremen: clues wanted!
An attack on a tram driver in the Schwachhausen district of Bremen on Friday evening, August 22, 2025, caused a great stir. At around 9:55 p.m., the 46-year-old driver left line 4 at the Kirchbachstrasse stop and made his way to an employee building when he was suddenly attacked by two young people. The two unknown people, who fled on an e-scooter, were after his briefcase.
The situation escalated quickly: one of the perpetrators tried to forcefully snatch the suitcase from the driver. When the driver resisted determinedly and held on to his trolley, one of the attackers punched him in the face while the other pulled at his T-shirt. Despite the attack, the driver was able to hit one of the perpetrators with an elbow, which probably helped the attackers escape. However, the incident resulted in facial injuries for the driver that required hospital treatment. The incident took place on Schwachhauser Heerstrasse and the Bremen police immediately launched an investigation.
Quick escape and description of the perpetrator
The perpetrators are described as young people, probably between 15 and 17 years old, slim and between 1.70 and 1.80 meters tall. One wore a black baseball cap with “ICON” written on it and a black Adidas suit with white stripes. The other was dressed in a dark Ellesse windbreaker. The police are asking the public to help with the investigation and are asking witnesses to call (0421) 362 38 88 to help find the fleeing perpetrators.
Rising youth crime is a growing issue in Germany, as current statistics show. Last year, youth violence reached a peak of around 13,800 cases - more than twice as high as in 2016. The number of young suspects shows a decreasing trend, but the willingness to use violence among young people is striking. The proportion of male suspects under the age of 21 is a shocking 84 percent, indicating deep-rooted social and behavioral factors. Many experts are calling for stronger preventative measures by child and youth welfare services in order to counteract criminal precursors and break the spiral of violence de.statista.com.
In light of this recent incident, many are wondering how such attacks can occur and what measures need to be taken to break out of this vicious circle. The discrepancy between the worrying increase in juvenile crime and the urgent need for effective prevention programs is clear. Ultimately, it is up to the community to take action and work to keep everyone safe.
We can only hope that the tram driver recovers from his injuries soon and that the police can quickly bring the perpetrators to justice.