Man pulls emergency brake without a ticket in the ICE: Federal Police determined

Man pulls emergency brake without a ticket in the ICE: Federal Police determined

unplanned stopover: man pulls emergency brake in the ICE without a ticket

On Tuesday afternoon, an incident in the ICE 2409 from Hamburg to Essen caused excitement. A 25-year-old man without a valid ticket triggered the emergency brake in Essen Central Station and brought the train to a standstill.

The federal police in North Rhine-Westphalia was informed and immediately initiated investigations. However, the suspect, a Syrian citizen from Brakel, refused any statements about the incident.

The authorities accuse the man of having misused both the emergency call facilities and have made it. A check showed that he did not have a valid ticket, which led to the fact that he pulled the emergency brake.

The incorporation caused for the passengers and pose a danger. The federal police warn against pressing the emergency brake without a valid reason, since this not only threatens punishments, but also endanger the safety of all passengers.

The investigation into the incident continues and the man has to expect serious consequences for his behavior. It remains to be seen which punishment will ultimately threaten.

- Nag