More protection for train attendants: Attacks in Bautzen and Görlitz increase!

More protection for train attendants: Attacks in Bautzen and Görlitz increase!

In the recent discussion about security in local public transport, it becomes clear that the protection of train employees is more urgent than ever. The Railway and Transport Union (EVG) campaigns for measures to protect the staff on trains. This becomes particularly important because the number of attacks on train employees has risen sharply in recent years. As the Sächsische.de In 2025 in the districts of Bautzen and Görlitz a total of 41 attacks, mostly physical attacks and threats.

The statistics show that the attacks have fluctuating numbers in the past five years. While there were still ten incidents in 2019, the number rose to 13 in 2024. It is particularly alarming that most attacks took place in the counties at train stations, while only one took place on the train itself. The increase in aggressive incidents could be closely related to the general tightening of the social situation, according to the unions.

demands for more presence

In order to counteract the increasing violence against the staff, the EVG demands that two train attendants per connection will always be used in local transport. This measure should not only increase security, but also promote the general feeling of security of the passengers. Deutsche Bahn (DB) has already reacted to the problem and uses bodycams and emergency pressure buttons for faster help. Railway chief Richard Lutz condemns violence against employees as unacceptable and sees a mirror of social developments in the attacks.

In addition, the Tagesschau In 2024, Deutsche Bahn recorded around 3,300 physical attacks on employees, which a increase in almost six percent in the previous year. Not only train attendants, but also cleaning staff and customer advisors are particularly affected. There is an urgent need for action to ensure more security.

prevention measures of the federal police

as part of the campaign "Be safe on the road!" the federal police point out the dangers of railway systems. This campaign is particularly relevant when the weather becomes more beautiful and more people are unauthorized on tracks. The police mainly appeal to children and adolescents to be aware of the dangers. Allegations such as entering tracks or climbing to trains are not only prohibited, but also life -threatening. In a recent article on the website of the Federal Police it is pointed out that distractions through smartphones and music should be avoided.

With these measures, not only security when traveling is intended to increase, but also raise awareness of the dangers in the railway area. The persistent attacks against train employees make it clear that there is still a lot to do here to create a safe environment for everyone - both for the employees and for passengers.