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Police Detain 26-Year-Old After Alleged Attacks on Four Women in Chemnitz Tram Area

Officers traced the suspect from witness descriptions to Stefan-Heym-Platz within hours.

Overview

  • Police say the man allegedly struck two women on a tram between Annenstraße and Bernsbachplatz, then assaulted two more at the Bernsbachplatz stop.
  • The victims, aged 23, 24, 36 and 37, sustained minor injuries, according to the police account.
  • The suspect reportedly boarded tram line 2 toward the city center after the assaults before officers located him.
  • Authorities report he appeared intoxicated, acted aggressively toward officers, and was held in custody until Sunday morning.
  • Investigators have opened a bodily injury case, with local outlets corroborating the police description of events.