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More protection for train attendants: Attacks in Bautzen and Görlitz are increasing!
The EVG is calling for more security for railway employees in Bautzen due to increasing attacks. Current developments and measures.
More protection for train attendants: Attacks in Bautzen and Görlitz are increasing!
The recent discussion about safety in local public transport makes it clear that the protection of rail employees is more urgent than ever. The Railway and Transport Union (EVG) is campaigning for measures to protect staff on trains. This is particularly important as the number of attacks on railway employees has risen sharply in recent years. As the Sächsische.de reported, a total of 41 attacks were recorded in the Bautzen and Görlitz districts from 2019 to April 2025, mainly physical attacks and threats.
Statistics show that the number of attacks has fluctuated over the last five years. While there were ten incidents in 2019, the number rose to 13 in 2024. What is particularly alarming is that most of the attacks in the districts took place at train stations, while only one took place on the train itself. The increase in aggressive incidents could be closely related to the general worsening of the social situation, according to the unions' assessment.
Demands for more presence
In order to counteract the increasing violence against staff, the EVG is calling for two train attendants to be deployed per connection on local transport. This measure is intended not only to increase safety, but also to promote the general feeling of security among passengers. Deutsche Bahn (DB) has already responded to the problem and is using body cameras and emergency push buttons to provide quicker help. Railway boss Richard Lutz condemns the violence against employees as unacceptable and sees the attacks as a reflection of social developments.
In addition, the daily news that Deutsche Bahn recorded around 3,300 physical attacks on employees in 2024, which represents an increase of almost six percent compared to the previous year. Not only train attendants are particularly affected, but also cleaning staff and customer advisors. There is an urgent need for action here to ensure greater security.
Prevention measures by the Federal Police
As part of the “Be safe on the road!” campaign The Federal Police draws attention to the dangers on railway systems. This campaign is particularly relevant as the weather improves and more people trespass on tracks. The police appeal to children and young people in particular to be aware of the dangers. Claims such as walking on tracks or climbing on trains are not only forbidden, but also life-threatening. In a recent article on the website Federal Police It is pointed out that distractions such as smartphones and music should be avoided.
These measures are intended not only to increase safety when traveling, but also to raise awareness of the dangers in the rail sector. The ongoing attacks against railway employees make it clear that there is still a lot to be done to create a safe environment for everyone - both employees and passengers.