Incident in Essen
A train derailed in Essen, Germany, on January 13, 2023, around 10:30 PM. The incident occurred before the passage of a US Army depot. As a result of the crash, one axle of the locomotive derailed, but no one was injured. It is known that the last train passed through this section without issues at approximately 5:30 PM. The next American military train was scheduled to pass through this area 70 minutes after the crash.
Several metal brackets secured to the tracks were found at the site of the incident. This circumstance raised suspicions, so the police are considering the version of sabotage. It is worth noting that in December 2025, a Ukrainian was arrested in Germany, accused of planning sabotage on railway lines on behalf of Russia.
Investigation and Consequences
The investigation into the circumstances of the incident is ongoing, and law enforcement agencies are trying to determine the causes of the train’s derailment.
The incident in Essen raised concerns due to a possible threat of sabotage activity, especially in the context of increasing tensions in the region. German authorities are actively investigating all circumstances to determine whether this case is part of a broader trend related to the security of transportation infrastructure. Similar incidents can have serious consequences for military transport and overall security in the country.