Bus driver injured when dealing in Erbenheim - police are looking for witnesses

Bus driver injured when dealing in Erbenheim - police are looking for witnesses

On Tuesday morning, an incident occurred in Wiesbaden that put the integrity of a bus driver in danger. According to reports, the 33-year-old driver on line 28 was insulted and physically attacked at the “Airfield Erbenheim Airfield” stop. These events throw a light on the challenges that traffic employees have to face in everyday life.

The first contact between the bus driver and an older passenger passed when he missed his exit at the previous stop. Frustration was discharged against the driver in verbal attacks. Despite the tense situation, the matter could have calmed down, but another passenger interfered what the situation continued to escalate.

The escalation of the argument

As the Wiesbaden police report, the dispute quickly developed into a physical assault. The snapped passenger attacked the bus driver and injured him before both aggressors fled in an unknown direction. The police's statement is that disrespect and aggressive behavior towards employees in the public service increased.

The two attacking passengers were able to escape unharmed despite the escape. Descriptions of the suspects could nevertheless be helpful: the verbally aggressive passenger is described as about 1.90 meters tall and slim, with short black hair, a bag and dresses with a long, light blue shirt and long pants. His accomplice was about 28 years old, with long hair bound to a ponytail, and wore a purple t-shirt with white cuffs, plus long blue jeans and gray shoes.

police investigation

The investigation into this incident is in the hands of the 2nd police station, which asks for information from the population. Witnesses who have seen or heard are asked to report on the telephone number (0611) 345-2240. At a time when the aggressiveness in public transport increases according to reports, it is essential to register and report such incidents.

This event not only illustrates the challenges with which bus drivers are confronted every day, but also focuses on public security. Verbally and physically attacked in public transport require improved awareness of respectful behavior and a zero tolerance policy towards attacks.