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School bus accident near Altomünster: 15-year-old slightly injured!
On July 7, 2025, there was a school bus accident near Altomünster in which a 15-year-old was slightly injured. The bus driver is suspected of negligent bodily harm.
School bus accident near Altomünster: 15-year-old slightly injured!
A spectacular accident occurred on Friday morning near Altomünster in the Dachau district when a school bus left the road and crashed into a tree. The bus was on the way from Schmarnzell towards Reichertshausen when the 30-year-old bus driver, who comes from the Freising district, lost control of the vehicle. The only passenger, a 15-year-old student, was slightly injured in the incident, while the driver was uninjured. However, the bus was badly damaged and now has to be towed away. The total damage is estimated at around 50,000 euros. As donaukurier.de reports, criminal proceedings were initiated against the bus driver for negligent bodily harm.
But what does negligent bodily harm mean and how does it affect those involved? According to [anwalt.de]. In Germany, negligent bodily harm is treated as a criminal offense under Section 229 of the Criminal Code, which can be punished with a prison sentence of up to three years or a fine. Those affected are often unsure about possible criminal consequences, such as the revocation of their driving license or an entry on their criminal record.
The legal framework
What are the requirements for such criminal liability? Extensive conditions must be met: Firstly, bodily harm must objectively exist, for example in the form of bruises or fractures. Second, there must be causation, whereby the bus driver's actions must have caused the student's injury. Thirdly, breach of duty is cited when traffic rules or the required duty of care have been disregarded. In this case, the bus driver should be able to recognize that his behavior was dangerous.
Such criminal proceedings can quickly lead to financial and personal consequences. Penalties range from fines to imprisonment, with first-time offenders often receiving more lenient punishment. The bus driver can also face civil claims such as compensation or compensation for pain and suffering, which are usually covered by motor vehicle liability insurance.
Traffic incidents in Germany
In the context of traffic accidents, it is interesting to take a look at the current statistics. According to the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt, there were more than 238,000 registered crimes related to road traffic in 2024 alone. Meanwhile, speeding is the most common misdemeanor for both men and women.
The incident in Altomünster shows how quickly an everyday school bus vehicle can turn into a dangerous situation. It remains to be seen how the case against the bus driver will develop and what lessons will be learned from this incident. In any case, both drivers and passengers should be aware of the dangers on the road and remain vigilant at all times.