Mann springt auf fahrenden Railjet: Notbremsung bei 100 km/h

On Sunday evening, an incident put the ÖBB's safety protocols to the test. A 24-year-old man got off a Railjet in St. Pölten to smoke a cigarette. In doing so, he missed the train's departure, as reported by ORF.

Man Jumped onto Moving Train in St. Pölten

Since the man's luggage was still on the train, he reacted in panic and jumped onto the departing Railjet. A conductor discovered the man between two carriages.

The ÖBB initiated an emergency stop about two kilometers after the stop in St. Pölten. At that time, the train was traveling at a speed of about 100 km/h. The 24-year-old was brought onto the train and the police were notified.

24-Year-Old Arrested in Vienna-Meidling

Upon arrival in Vienna-Meidling, the man was met by officers. He had no documents with him and could not prove a valid residence permit in Austria. Initial investigations suggest that he is a man from Algeria. Further investigations are ongoing.

(Red)

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