Two arrests at Leipzig train station: danger and drama on the tracks!
On July 15, 2025, a 47-year-old German and a 22-year-old Russian were arrested at Leipzig main train station.

Two arrests at Leipzig train station: danger and drama on the tracks!
Last weekend, the Leipzig Federal Police executed two arrest warrants that caused a stir. A 47-year-old German woman was arrested at Leipzig Central Station on Friday afternoon. She had already been sentenced to one and a half years in prison because she violated probation conditions for causing grievous bodily harm and committed other crimes. After her presentation at the district court, she was taken to the Chemnitz correctional facility (JVA). Picture reported.
The 47-year-old's arrest was the result of several violations that were legitimized by an arrest warrant from the Leipzig district court. The court also ordered the woman to do community service and assign her a permanent place of residence to prevent further criminal activity. Their situation reflects the challenges facing authorities in the city when it comes to monitoring convicted criminals.
Arrests at the main train station and on the tracks
The second incident occurred on Saturday at Leipzig-Schönefeld train station. A 22-year-old Russian man was arrested there and was found sleeping on the tracks. According to the Press portal There was an arrest warrant against him after he failed to appear at the main hearing in the Eilenburg district court. This hearing also related to an accusation of grievous bodily harm.
The Russian was woken up by federal police and then arrested. As the police announced, he was also taken to the Leipzig JVA. These incidents highlight the security situation at the city's major transport hubs and the need for increased surveillance and control.