Overview
- The incident occurred on May 23, 2025, during a regional train journey from Mannheim to Frankfurt, with the remarks made at a stop in Darmstadt.
- Passengers reported the conductor using derogatory terms, including 'analphabets' and 'Kopftuchgeschwader,' targeting women wearing headscarves.
- Moaad B., an anti-racism coach and passenger, publicly reported the incident after confronting the train's staff and receiving corroboration from others on board.
- Deutsche Bahn has launched an investigation, stating the behavior is against its values of diversity, tolerance, and respect, and promising potential disciplinary or legal measures if verified.
- The incident has triggered widespread outrage on social media, with calls for stronger anti-racism measures and accountability within Deutsche Bahn.