German federal police took a suspect into custody Thursday evening following threatening behavior aboard a high-speed passenger train, according to law enforcement officials. Multiple travelers sustained minor injuries during the incident when explosive devices were detonated.
The passenger rail service was traveling between Cologne and Frankfurt Thursday night when authorities ordered an emergency evacuation in Siegburg, located near Cologne. Federal police officers subdued and detained the individual, and investigators discovered a blade concealed in his bag, the German news agency dpa confirmed.
According to law enforcement, the individual had barricaded himself inside one of the train’s restrooms. The German publication Bild reported that the explosive devices were hurled into a passenger walkway. Authorities confirmed that multiple individuals received minor cuts and scrapes during the incident.
Officials have not yet released details about the detained individual’s identity or background.
