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Copper Cable Theft Disrupts Berlin S-Bahn Services, Repairs to Conclude Sunday

Targeted theft at Humboldthain station halts key North–South lines, with alternative routes in place and investigations ongoing.

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Die abgerissene Brücke der A100
Am Freitag kommt es zu Einschränkungen im Berliner S-Bahnnetz.
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Overview

  • Thieves severed five copper cables near Humboldthain station, stealing half a meter of material, causing major S-Bahn disruptions.
  • The affected lines include S1, S2, S25, S26, and partially the S85, with some services entirely suspended or rerouted.
  • Repair efforts, initially expected to last until Tuesday, have been expedited and are now set to conclude by Sunday at 3 a.m.
  • Passengers are advised to use U-Bahn and tram alternatives, with detailed detour routes provided by transit authorities.
  • Police are investigating the incident, highlighting a recurring issue of copper thefts disrupting Berlin's public transport network.