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Munich S‑Bahn Incident: 29-Year-Old Pulls Emergency Brake, Shoves 83-Year-Old

Authorities initiated a criminal inquiry with a prosecutor-ordered blood test.

Overview

  • Around 13:30 on Wednesday near Neufahrn, a 29-year-old passenger reportedly harassed riders and activated the S‑Bahn emergency brake without cause.
  • An 83-year-old woman was pushed at an open door and fell, reporting a knee injury and back pain but not requiring inpatient treatment.
  • A 69-year-old passenger was kicked in the lower body and declined medical care at the scene.
  • Local officers detained the suspect and transferred him to the Bundespolizei, where indications of possible drug use were noted during processing.
  • The public prosecutor ordered a blood sample, the man was released pending further action, and federal police are investigating suspected bodily harm and misuse of emergency devices.