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Police Probe Suspected Key Access After 13 Breaches of Munich S‑Bahn Driver Cabs

Federal police are reviewing video in a probe of suspected key-enabled access.

Overview

  • The incidents occurred over the Oct. 31–Nov. 2 weekend on moving trains, according to federal police.
  • Investigators documented damage to public‑address microphones and cab cabling, with radio headset components taken from onboard phones.
  • No signs of forced entry were found, which has led officers to suspect the use of driver‑cab keys.
  • Current reports indicate the affected trains were operating on the S7 route.
  • Authorities have opened proceedings for a particularly serious case of theft and property damage while analyzing recordings from trains and stations.