Berlin, August 28 – A new true-crime podcast, “IM EINSATZ” (In Action), launched by BILD, is shedding light on the Christopher Street Day (CSD) attack that occurred in Berlin on July 25. The podcast, hosted by Kai Feldhaus (51) and featuring veteran police reporter Axel Lier (50), delves into the unanswered questions surrounding the tragedy, particularly the discovery of a secret second mobile phone belonging to the attacker, Abdul Ballout (21).
The Unforeseen Discovery: A Second Mobile Phone
Investigators found a second, previously unknown mobile phone in the attacker’s vehicle after the incident. This discovery has raised significant concerns among law enforcement, as Ballout was a known extremist, had been under observation for months, and his primary phone had been tapped. His apartment had also been searched, yet this crucial device remained undetected.
“What is really giving investigators a headache is this second phone from the vehicle,” explained Axel Lier. “From my point of view, this is the breaking point in this whole case. How did he manage to communicate with people for months, days, weeks with a second phone without the officers noticing?”
Exclusive Insights into the Investigation
Axel Lier, one of Berlin’s most experienced police reporters, gained exclusive access to investigation files and surveillance camera footage that captured the attacker before the CSD event. These insights form the basis of the podcast’s in-depth analysis.
The CSD attack resulted in one fatality and 31 injuries, prompting two critical questions: Could the attack have been prevented? And what was the purpose of Ballout’s secret second phone?
“IM EINSATZ”: A New Approach to True Crime
BILD’s “IM EINSATZ” aims to be Germany’s fastest and most current true-crime podcast. Unlike formats that focus on cold cases, this podcast tackles ongoing investigations and recent crimes that are currently dominating public discourse. The goal is to provide listeners with exclusive insights and a closer look at current criminal events.
Every week, BILD reporter and host Kai Feldhaus will discuss the latest findings, ongoing investigations, intriguing trials, and unresolved questions with BILD’s police and court reporters. The podcast promises to offer an inside look into the work of BILD’s police reporting team, directly from the heart of Germany’s largest police newsroom.
The first episode of “IM EINSATZ” is available on BILD.de, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, with new episodes released weekly. The podcast aims to keep the public informed about the complexities of criminal investigations and the challenges faced by law enforcement.
The discovery of the second phone highlights potential gaps in the surveillance of known extremists and raises questions about the effectiveness of current monitoring methods. As the investigation into the CSD attack continues, the podcast will serve as a platform to explore these critical issues and provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the case.
The BILD team emphasizes that their mission is to bring listeners closer to the truth, offering a unique perspective on the most pressing crime stories in Germany. The “IM EINSATZ” podcast seeks to engage the public in a meaningful discussion about crime, justice, and prevention.
Source: https://www.bild.de/news/inland/neuer-true-crime-podcast-die-raetsel-um-den-csd-anschlag-in-berlin-6a7affc40e3689919ec77b37
