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Berlin bus station attack leaves woman injured after stun gun assault by teens

A routine dispute turned brutal when two teens allegedly used a hidden stun gun. Now, Berlin police are piecing together how the weapon ended up in their hands—and why.

The image shows a group of police officers in riot gear on a bus, with some of them wearing helmets...
The image shows a group of police officers in riot gear on a bus, with some of them wearing helmets and jackets. There is a person sitting on the seat in the center of the group, and the windows of the bus are visible on the right side of the image. In the background, there is a poster on the wall.

Berlin bus station attack leaves woman injured after stun gun assault by teens

A violent incident at Berlin's central bus station (ZOB) has led to charges against two 17-year-olds. Police confirmed that a stun gun was used during the altercation, leaving a 50-year-old woman injured. Authorities are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack.

The confrontation unfolded when two teenagers became involved in a dispute at the station. According to a 38-year-old witness, one of the boys intentionally escalated the situation to give his companion a chance to deploy the weapon. The stun gun, later discovered hidden behind the seats in the back row of a bus, was discharged and struck the woman.

After the attack, police arrested both suspects. The teenager who fired the stun gun was taken to a police station for questioning. The other was released following discussions with his legal guardian. Prosecutors have since charged both minors with grievous bodily harm and breaching weapons regulations.

The injured woman, aged 50, received medical attention after the incident. The investigation continues as authorities examine how the teenagers obtained the stun gun and whether further charges will apply. No details have been released on how police verified the suspects' identities or residency status.

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