Commuters on the Milan-Mortara line were shocked by an episode of violence that occurred last night on one of the trains. A 48-year-old train conductor was attacked while trying to maintain order on board the train. This episode raises questions about the safety and behavior of passengers on public transport.
According to initial reports, the train conductor asked a passenger, described as being of North African origin, to put out a cigarette. The request was met with an inappropriate reaction: the young man refused and responded aggressively. In a moment of escalation, the man hit the train conductor with a slap.
Authorities said the woman immediately alerted emergency services by calling 112. Despite the timely arrival of the Carabinieri at the Mortara station, the attacker managed to escape before they could intervene.
This incident is not an isolated one and highlights a worrying trend of violent behavior on public transport. Attacks on railway staff can have a significant impact on their safety and on the trust of travellers. Public transport companies may need to reassess their on-board safety measures and consider introducing specific training for staff on how to handle conflict situations. It is also essential that law enforcement agencies actively collaborate to ensure that these events do not go unpunished. The issue of safety on public transport requires constant attention from institutions and civil society. Only through concrete actions will it be possible to create a safe environment for all commuters and personnel who work in this crucial sector every day.
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