Fast arrest after attacking woman at Lörrach station!

Fast arrest after attacking woman at Lörrach station!

In the night of Tuesday, around 11:27 p.m., a terrifying incident occurred at the Lörracher train station. A 41-year-old woman fell victim to an attack there. A 29-year-old Tunisian citizen is said to have physically touched her against her will. He fled the track systems when a passer -by intervention and the Situation noticed. A short time later, the federal police were able to arrest the alleged perpetrator in the station area. The investigation is ongoing and the police urgently search for witnesses who have observed the incident or possibly have taken photos or videos. Information can be submitted to the federal police on 07628/80 59 0. This description takes place in accordance with a report by publishing house Jaumann .

The event described is also highlighting an increasingly worrying topic in local public transport: physical and sexual harassment. According to various reports, such attacks are not an isolated case. For example, on January 23, 2025, an 18-year-old was beset by a 39-year-old Nigerian citizen in the regional express RE 3061 between Rheinfelden (Baden) and Waldshut. Here, too, an attentive train attendant intervened and prevented worse. The suspect was later arrested by the federal police. The initial investigations have also been made here, and the authorities call on witnesses to report. This information is also available via Presseportal

a widespread problem

nuisance in public transport are not a new phenomenon. Many women report unpleasant experiences, be it through obscene remarks or even physical attacks. A large part of these incidents remains undetected because many women from fear or distrust do not make a complaint. A study by the Federal Ministry of Family Affairs shows terrifying numbers: 44% of women and 32% of men in Germany stated that they have already become victims of sexist attacks. Young women between the ages of 16 and 24 are particularly affected. These findings are carried out by rbb24

According to Berlin crime statistics, 447 sexual offenses in public transport were registered in the federal capital alone in the federal capital alone, which corresponds to an increase of 10% compared to 2021. There were 83 cases in Brandenburg. The number of unreported cases should be even higher, since many affected people do not go to the police for the reasons mentioned. This clearly shows that there is a need for action.

call for action

The discussion about the improvement of the laws to combat sexual harassment is getting louder. At the moment, many verbal attacks are not punishable, which leads to a low inhibition threshold for the perpetrators. Requirements for stricter laws and better awareness of the police have already become loud. For example, the Brandenburg member of the Bundestag Sonja Eichwede calls for a new criminal offense for verbal sexual harassment. It is emphasized that sharper laws alone are not sufficient; Education for respectful behavior is just as important. The paragraph 184i of the Criminal Code regulates the punishable sexual harassment, but verbal derailments are not always clearly punishable.

When you look at how many women are affected by such experiences, it becomes clear that this topic needs more attention. A safer environment in public space can only be created through education, sensitization and, if necessary, new legal framework conditions. The ball now lies with all of us - especially with society and the decision -makers.