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Deutsche Bahn: No train delays after cable theft near Mannheim

Following the cable theft near Mannheim, local and long-distance services near Mannheim are now running without delays, according to Deutsche Bahn. This was announced by a Deutsche Bahn spokesperson on Monday. Following the theft, there were delays on the line between Mannheim-Waldhof and...

An advertisement informs about a train departure at Frankfurt/Main main station. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
An advertisement informs about a train departure at Frankfurt/Main main station. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Travel - Deutsche Bahn: No train delays after cable theft near Mannheim

Following the cable theft near Mannheim, local and long-distance traffic near Mannheim is now running without delays, according to Deutsche Bahn. This was announced by a Deutsche Bahn spokesperson on Monday. Following the theft, there were delays on the line between Mannheim-Waldhof and Lampertheim in Hesse. Long-distance services between Frankfurt/Main and Mannheim were also affected, as trains had to run a little slower. This is no longer the case, according to the railroad company.

As yet unknown perpetrators had cut several kilometers of copper cable in a cable shaft on the railroad line between Mannheim-Waldhof and Lampertheim on Thursday, as the federal police reported on Friday. The shaft had been opened due to construction work. The perpetrators also stole several hundred meters of cable that were important for DB's control and safety technology.

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  1. The cable theft near Mannheim in Hesse disrupted long-distance traffic, affecting trains between Frankfurt/Main and Lampertheim in Baden-Württemberg.
  2. Deutsche Bahn experienced delays on their line between Mannheim-Waldhof and Lampertheim due to the theft of several hundred meters of copper cable.
  3. Following the cable theft, the perpetrators remained unknown, having cut several kilometers of cable in a railroad shaft near Mannheim-Waldhof and Lampertheim.
  4. The federal police reported on the cable theft on Friday, stating that the perpetrators stole the cable for its copper content, causing a significant impact on the German railroad's control and safety technology.
  5. In response to the cable theft, Deutsche Bahn issued a press release, announcing that traffic near Mannheim is now running without delays, as long-distance services between Frankfurt/Main and Mannheim have returned to normal speed.
  6. For travelers planning to use long-distance traffic in the region, it is essential to stay informed about any potential disruptions or delays, as incidents like cable theft can impact railroad schedules.
  7. Despite the recent cable theft, Frankfurt on the Main remains a significant hub for long-distance traffic in Germany, connecting various regions and providing valuable transportation options for travelers.

Source: www.stern.de

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