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Frankfurt-Griesheim: 29-Year-Old Killed by S-Bahn After Crossing Closed Barriers

Authorities have opened an inquiry into his actions, with no motive established.

Overview

  • Police said the man climbed over closed barriers at the Elektronenstraße level crossing at about 21:15 on Wednesday.
  • He was struck shortly after stepping onto the tracks by an approaching S-Bahn and died at the scene.
  • The victim’s identity beyond his age has not been released by authorities.
  • Investigators are examining the circumstances of the incident, and the reason he was on the tracks remains unclear.
  • TAG24 reported the case due to its occurrence in a public space and provided crisis-support hotline information.