Rostock: Bomb Threat at Central Station Triggers Deutsche Bahn Delays

Evacuations and Delays as Police Investigate

Passengers and staff at Rostock Central Station were evacuated on Wednesday morning following a bomb threat, causing significant delays to Deutsche Bahn services.

The threat was called in at around 9:30am, prompting the evacuation of the station and the surrounding area. Police and emergency services rushed to the scene, and sniffer dogs were deployed to search for any suspicious packages.

The evacuation and search operation caused major disruption to train services, with many trains being delayed or cancelled. Deutsche Bahn advised passengers to check the latest travel information before setting off on their journeys.

Police Investigation Ongoing

Police are investigating the bomb threat, and no arrests have yet been made.

The motive for the threat is unknown, and police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

The incident comes just days after a similar bomb threat at Hamburg Central Station, which also caused significant disruption to services.

Deutsche Bahn Apologizes for Disruptions

Deutsche Bahn has apologized for the disruption caused by the incident.

"We understand the inconvenience this has caused to our passengers," a spokesperson for the company said. "We are working closely with the police to investigate the incident and ensure the safety of our passengers and staff."

The company has advised passengers to check the latest travel information before setting off on their journeys.

Conclusion

The bomb threat at Rostock Central Station is a reminder of the ongoing threat of terrorism in Europe.

Although the threat was ultimately a hoax, it caused significant disruption and inconvenience to passengers and staff.

The incident highlights the importance of remaining vigilant and reporting any suspicious activity to the police.