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Police Detain Man With Axe on ICE Train at Cologne Central Station

Police transferred the man to psychiatric care following a high-risk response at Cologne’s main station.

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Deutscher (35) mit Axt im Zug gestoppt. Polizei sieht keine Gefahr für Reisende.

Overview

  • Federal police received a tip on Wednesday about a person on ICE 127 possibly carrying an axe and sealed platforms 4/5 in preparation.
  • Witnesses on the train identified a 35-year-old who tried to leave unnoticed, and officers detained him on the platform.
  • An axe was found hidden under a row of seats on the ICE, according to police.
  • Passengers reported no threats or injuries on board, and the man did not use the weapon.
  • The Bundespolizei said it will initiate an administrative offense proceeding against the detainee.