Germany reports various criminal incidents and police interventions

Police in several German regions reported a range of criminal activities and public safety incidents over the weekend of November 6 to 9, 2026.

In Hamburg, a 32-year-old man caused an S-Bahn train to perform an emergency brake after entering the tracks near Wellingsbüttel. The driver managed to stop the train 30 meters before the station, avoiding a collision with approximately 70 passengers.

In Rüsselsheim, a 39-year-old driver fled a police checkpoint, colliding with two patrol cars and nearly hitting a pedestrian. The individual was arrested and faces investigation for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

Fraudulent activities were also prominent. In Gera, a man lost approximately 49,000 euros after hackers manipulated his online banking limits. In Braunschweig, two men were arrested for posing as police officers to attempt a scam against a 65-year-old resident. In South Tyrol, Italy, the Carabinieri prevented a woman from transferring 58,600 euros to scammers following a fake SMS and phone call.

Other reported incidents include multiple burglaries in Herten affecting a school and kindergartens, a theft of photovoltaic components in Mühlacker, and various traffic violations in Gifhorn involving e-scooters and driving under the influence.