Bomb threat to Bregenzer Bahnhof: Police evacuated and searched

Bomb threat to Bregenzer Bahnhof: Police evacuated and searched

In a worrying turn of events, several threats to public institutions have occurred in the past few days. On October 3, 2024, around late afternoon, the Vorarlberg State Police Directorate reached an alarming email with a bomb threat that specifically affected Bregenz station

Because of this threat, the police reacted immediately with comprehensive security measures. The Bregenz train station was evacuated over a large area, and the surrounding road traffic was diverted to ensure the safety of passers -by and the emergency services. During the operation, train traffic was temporarily stopped, so that no trains could enter the train station or leave it.

quick investigations after the threat

The deployment in which numerous police forces, the ÖBB company fire brigade, the fire brigade of the city of Bregenz and rescue workers were involved, resulted in a thorough search of the station area. Fortunately, no dangerous objects were found, which made the authorities easier. After implementing the operation and the successful review, the train station was released again, and the normal processes were able to return quickly.

The state authorities have started the investigation, and the State Office for EXTREMENTISCH COMPATION AND COMPARATION is now responsible for investigating the incident. The author of the threat is faced with serious criminal consequences, including possible several years of prison.

These incidents emphasize the current security situation in Austria, especially in terms of threats to public spaces that are of great interest not only for the organizations, but also for the general public. More information on this topic can be found in a detailed report on www.fireworld.at be read.