Regional train horror: Unknown substance triggers cough and injured!

Regionalzug zwischen Ulm und Erbach wegen unbekannter Substanz gestoppt; mehrere leicht verletzte Fahrgäste wurden versorgt.
Regional train between Ulm and Erbach stopped due to unknown substance; Several slightly injured passengers were cared for. (Symbolbild/MBW)

Regional train horror: Unknown substance triggers cough and injured!

on Sunday, June 15, 2025, there was a troubling incident in a regional train between Ulm and Erbach. At around 11:10 a.m., the train was stopped due to an unknown substance that apparently triggered coughing and eye burning in several passengers. A 23-year-old traveler pulled the emergency braking and pressed the emergency button to inform the engine guide, reports the SWP .

The train came to a standstill about 300 meters after the Ulm-Donautal stop. In order to ensure fresh air as quickly as possible, the driver opened the doors to the track -facing side so that the affected passengers could leave the car. They then searched for refuge in adjacent cars, while the trip was continued to Erbach train station. Rescue workers were already waiting there, the five slightly injured passengers medical supplied. After the incident, the train was transferred to a workshop in Ulm to examine the cause of the released substance.

Investigations run

The situation is worrying for many passengers, because the type of substance released is previously unknown and is the focus of police investigations. An unknown perpetrator has apparently committed a dangerous bodily harm here, as well as the Today reported. The federal police asks witnesses and other victims to report on +49 711 870350 to find out more about the incident.

In this situation, it is once more evident how important security measures are in public transport. In many cases, the debates about security, which are also conducted in other cities and regions, such as in Berlin, to strengthen the quality of life and the feeling of security of the citizens. Initiatives to strengthen security authorities and measures to improve the equipment are crucial to ensure public security, such as a Report on security initiatives in Berlin illustrated.

The affected passengers and their families are now looking forward to the results of the investigation. It is to be hoped that such incidents can be prevented by preventive measures in the future and that we can continue to be safe by public transport.

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