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Headline: "Federal Criminal Police Office now also on board", Kerstin Breinig, RBB, on investigations after power outage in Berlin
Short Summary: The Federal Criminal Police Office joins investigations into the January 7, 2026, power outage in Berlin.
Extended Summary: On January 7, 2026, Berlin experienced a power outage that triggered investigations by local authorities. Kerstin Breinig from Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg (RBB) reported that the Bundeskriminalamt (Federal Criminal Police Office) has now become involved in the probe, indicating the seriousness and possibly complex nature of the incident. The investigation focuses on determining the cause of the blackout and any underlying factors that may have contributed to it. As of the report time (14:06 CET), no detailed information about the extent of the outage, number of affected people, or damage was disclosed. The involvement of the Bundeskriminalamt suggests potential concerns over security or sabotage. The situation remains under investigation.
On January 7, 2026, a significant power outage occurred in Berlin, prompting investigations involving multiple agencies. The Federal Criminal Police Office (Bundeskriminalamt) has now joined the investigative efforts. Kerstin Breinig from RBB reported on the ongoing inquiries into the causes and consequences of the blackout. The incident is being closely monitored, with officials assessing potential causes and security implications. Immediate details on damages or disruptions were not specified in the report.
The event describes a power outage in Berlin and ongoing investigations including the Federal Criminal Police Office, indicating concern over possible sabotage or security threats. No explicit mention of aggressor actions is made; however, the investigative response represents defensive/preparatory measures.
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