Bomb threat in Bregenz: train station closed and police in action
Bomb threat in Bregenz: train station closed and police in action
On Thursday afternoon there was a serious security situation at the train station in Bregenz, Austria. The train station was sealed off and train traffic stopped after a bomb threat by email received the police at around 5 p.m. A large contingent of police forces and emergency services started immediately with the search of the entire site and the adjacent buildings.
According to information from orf vorarlberg Similar incidents that had already occurred in other cities in Austria, such as Graz, Linz and Salzburg. This series of threats began on Monday, and Klagenfurt and St. Pölten also received corresponding messages on Thursday night. In all cases, the perpetrator reported either by email or in a similar way and always used an almost identical wording.
Investigations and security measures
In addition, it was announced that Vienna Airport also received a threat the day before. However, the investigators assume that the likelihood of a direct connection between the threats against the train stations and those at the airport is considered very low. According to a police spokesman, there is also no acute danger from the sender of the threat, which could relax the situation.
at a time when security is becoming increasingly important and such incidents attract great attention, the authorities recognize the importance of a quick reaction to such information. Although the immediate threat is taken seriously, the officials attach great importance to the clarification and prevention of future incidents, while they at the same time inform citizens about the developments.
The ongoing investigation and the organization of the security forces on site show how important a coordinated reaction is. The police and the protection of the constitution are required not only to eliminate the danger situation, but also to maintain the trust of citizens in the security of public transport and institutions. More information on the ongoing investigations and similar incidents can be found in a current report on www.schwaebische.de .
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