Drunk man crosses the tracks and is recorded by freight train

Drunk man crosses the tracks and is recorded by freight train

Ludwigsburg, Deutschland - A serious incident recently occurred at Ludwigsburg station when a 25-year-old man was hit by a freight train. According to bnn.de wanted to cross the rails, but probably did not notice the train in time. With an alcohol value of 1.2 per thousand, he was heavily alcoholic, which may contribute to his mishap.

When the young man saw the train, he tried to climb back onto the platform. The train driver reacted quickly and braked, but could not prevent the freight train from grasping the man on the leg. Fortunately, the 25-year-old suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for further examination. He is now being investigated against him on suspicion of the dangerous intervention in rail traffic.

alcohol factor and traffic safety

The incident once again throws a light on the problem of alcohol -related traffic accidents in Germany. Statistics of the Federal Statistical Office show that alcoholic drivers represent a significant source of danger in road traffic. In recent years, the number of such accidents has underlaid fluctuations, but remains a serious topic for traffic safety.

The authorities emphasize that consistent education and prevention are necessary to get the risk under control. The incident in Ludwigsburg could thus serve as a further impetus to draw the population aware of the dangers of alcohol consumption at the wheel or near the tracks.

further incidents in rail traffic

rail traffic in Germany is not only endangered by alcoholized pedestrians. Another significant incident occurred on May 12, 2025 when a freight train loaded with wood trunks in Borken. The cause of the derailment is still unknown, and the rescue work is expected to last until May 14th. The incident has severely impaired the traffic between Frankfurt and Kassel, including the connections of the Hessische Landesbahn, such as Tageschau.de reported.

Replacement buses were set up in the region around Wabern, Borken and Treysa to support travelers. In this context it becomes clear that safety in rail traffic must be constantly checked and improved, since such incidents can significantly impair the trust of passengers.