Jena, May 27, 2026 – A dangerous assault occurred at the „Emil-Wölk-Straße“ tram stop in Jena-Lobeda on Tuesday night. A 58-year-old man was attacked by three youths and sustained minor injuries – the police are now urgently seeking witnesses.
- Incident: Dangerous bodily harm
- Location: Straßenbahnhaltestelle „Emil-Wölk-Straße“, Karl-Marx-Allee, Jena-Lobeda (Show on Google Maps)
- Time: Tuesday, May 26, 2026, approx. 11:00 PM
- Victim: 58-year-old man (minor injuries, outpatient treatment on site)
- Suspects: Three unknown youths
- Investigating Authority: Landespolizeiinspektion Jena
Reconstruction of the incident on Karl-Marx-Allee
Investigators from the Landespolizeiinspektion Jena reconstruct the incident late Tuesday evening as follows: Around 11:00 PM, the victim was at the tram stop in Karl-Marx-Allee in the Lobeda-West district. At this time, three previously unknown youths approached the 58-year-old.
The situation escalated completely without warning: One of the young perpetrators first kicked the man with a shod foot. Immediately afterwards, all three participants collectively attacked the victim and beat him. The youths subsequently fled in an unknown direction.
Emergency services deployed – Police investigating
After the perpetrators fled the scene, emergency services were alerted. Paramedics provided outpatient care to the injured Jena resident on site. Fortunately, admission to a hospital was not necessary. The Jena police have initiated official investigative proceedings on suspicion of dangerous bodily harm.
Witness appeal: Description and contact for Jena Police
As the incident occurred at a central tram stop in Lobeda, investigators are hoping for relevant information from the public. They are looking for witnesses who observed the crime late Tuesday evening or who can provide information regarding the identity and direction of flight of the three young attackers.
Information can be provided to the responsible police station:
- Phone (Switchboard): 03641 810
- Email for tips: id.lpi.jena@polizei.thueringen.de
- LPI Jena Press Office (Inquiries): 03641 811503 / Email: Pressestelle.LPI.Jena@polizei.thueringen.de
🛡️ Behavior in an emergency: Showing civil courage without endangering yourself
Acts of violence in public places or at stops require fast but deliberate action from witnesses. The police recommend the following rules of conduct:
- No vigilantism: Never put yourself in danger. Always maintain a safe distance from the perpetrators.
- Create public awareness: Address other passers-by specifically (“You in the red sweater, please help me!”) to gain allies.
- Call emergency services: Immediately dial the emergency number 110 and describe the exact location and the perpetrators.
- Support the victim: Take care of the victim after the incident and provide first aid as soon as the danger has passed.
- Be available as a witness: Memorize details of the perpetrators (clothing, stature, language) and report to the investigative authorities.
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Dangerous bodily harm at tram stop – Witnesses sought
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