Masked man spray pepper spray in Karlsruhe: 16 injuries!

Masked man spray pepper spray in Karlsruhe: 16 injuries!

On Sunday evening, June 29, 2025, an alarming incident occurred in Karlsruhe when a masked man sprayed pepper spray in a tram. The incident took place around 8:10 p.m. on the S1 line at the Rüppurr/Battstraße stop. At this time there were between 70 and 80 passengers on the tram, of which 16 different injuries suffered, including twelve children and adolescents and four adults, such as [zvw.de] (https://www.zvw.de/badenw%C3%BCrttemberg/mann-spr%C3%Bcht-pfefferspray-in-bahn-zwoch reports.

According to initial knowledge, the perpetrator, who was completely black and masked with a fabric cloth, initially insulted the passengers before using the pepper spray. The injured complained about coughing and reddened eyes. The emergency services treated those affected on site, with three children to be brought to a clinic for outpatient care. Despite the terrifying incident, there is currently no evidence that the attack on certain people was aimed at.

police investigation

The identity of the perpetrator is previously unknown. He fled to a nearby residential area with another male companion. The police are actively looking for the man and asks the public for clues. Numerous forces were on site to examine the incident and look after the passengers, so [tagesschau.de] (https://www.tagesschau.de/inland/regional/badenwuerttemberg/swr-karls-16-pfeffer- diet-pfefferbahn-in-wärch-100.html).

Witnesses are encouraged to provide the police in order to help the investigation. In addition, the statements of the passengers should be evaluated in order to obtain a clearer picture of the event.

An incident of this kind leaves traces not only among those involved, but also in the entire community. The fear of such violent attacks in public transport is reinforced by this incident. The police investigations continue to ensure the safety of passengers and prevent similar incidents in the future.