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Planned Arson Attack on Railroad Line: Defendants in Court

A Federal Police helicopter team finds two potential suspects close to train tracks in Berlin-Adlershof. They are quickly arrested. Additionally, a petrol container is uncovered nearby.

,   and  Anne Legman
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Ein Relief mit der Abbildung der Justitia.
Ein Relief mit der Abbildung der Justitia.

A woman and a man, both in their early thirties, are on trial at a district court for allegedly plotting to set fire to a railway underpass in Berlin-Adlershof. Authorities believe that on the night of February 16, 2023, they went to the location with the intention of causing major disruptions to train services by burning it down with gasoline. They also communicated with others through walkie-talkies.

The accused are thought to be connected to the left-wing scene. During the trial at the Tiergarten District Court on Monday, they remained silent about the accusations.

Police found suspicious individuals near the tracks around 0:15 a.m. on the same day. They were quickly apprehended by additional law enforcement officers. The accused were found to be carrying a canister of gasoline, rubber gloves, two walkie-talkies, and a list detailing information about civilian police vehicles in Berlin.

The defense attorneys argue that the police may have jumped to the conclusion of an arson plot because of their clients' affiliation with the left-wing scene. The prosecution's indictment is said to be based on incorrect facts and a flawed argument. DNA evidence may have been misinterpreted, according to one defense lawyer.

The court has granted the defense's request to lift the house arrest with reporting obligations against the accused, as the judge doesn't see them as a flight risk anymore. The trial, which is scheduled for six more hearing days, will resume on June 6.

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  1. The federal police are closely monitoring extremist groups within the railroad system, aiming to prevent any potential threats to public safety and the railroad line.
  2. The local court in Berlin is handling the case against the accused, ensuring a fair and impartial trial process in line with the principles of justice.
  3. The public prosecutor's office is responsible for presenting the evidence against the defendants, who allegedly planned an arson attack on the railroad line.
  4. The accused's appointment of defense attorneys marks the beginning of the legal proceedings, as they prepare to challenge the charges and defend their rights in court.
  5. The justice system's process is under scrutiny in this case, as questions arise regarding the reliability of DNA evidence and the objectivity of the prosecution's arguments.
  6. If found guilty, the defendants face lengthy prison sentences for their involvement in the planned arson attack on the railroad line, threatening the integrity and safety of the railroad system.
  7. The arson attack is an alarming example of the rise of extremist activities in Berlin and across Germany, with the federal police and local authorities working tirelessly to combat this threat to public safety.

Source: www.stern.de

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