Young people attack bus drivers in Eisenach – police are looking for witnesses!

Young people attack bus drivers in Eisenach – police are looking for witnesses!

On October 25, 2025, a worrying incident occurred on a bus in Eisenach. A group of teenagers attacked a bus driver when he spoke to them about their disruptive behavior. The 47-year-old driver was slightly injured by two of the three teenagers, who were described as “youthful” with a “southern phenotype.” After the shocking incident, the attackers fled in an unknown direction. Residents and passers-by are asked to provide information to help find the perpetrators. The police are hoping for witnesses to the incident to call 03691-261124, file number 0278347/2025.

This incident brings back memories of a similar attack on a bus driver in Bad Salzungen in spring 2025. Such attacks cast a shadow over public transport security, but are not isolated events. A broader view shows that juvenile crime is widespread. Statistics show that up to 70% of students report delinquent behavior, with the majority of these crimes occurring among youth who behave recklessly and are not planning serious violent crimes.

Juvenile crime statistics

But what about the causes and prevalence of juvenile crime? According to the bpb This is predominantly a male phenomenon. Many young people stop their criminal behavior as they grow up. A current survey shows that 22.9% of students and 12.5% ​​of female students in Lower Saxony have committed a crime within a year. What is particularly noticeable is that it is mainly boys who commit crimes: 84% of boys between the ages of 13 and 18 have broken the law at least once.

However, most teenagers are not the hardened criminals they are often made out to be. Serious crimes are rather rare. The majority only commit minor crimes. The latest figures show that illegal downloads and driving without a ticket are the main contributors to the statistics. When these crimes are taken into account, the number of male juveniles who commit crimes rises to 53.5%.

Important prevention measures

The prevention of juvenile crime is becoming increasingly important. Experts agree: Integration and social support are crucial to deter young people from committing crimes. The situation of young people, especially those with a migrant background, requires special attention. Young people with such a background are not only more likely to be perpetrators, but also often victims of crimes.

Given these statistics and incidents, one might ask: How can we as a society help? Offers of support and integration programs are essential. It is up to us to create an environment that offers young people positive prospects and deters them from criminal activities.

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