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Accident in Ergolding: Driver fled after child injured!
A ten-year-old boy was hit by an SUV in an accident on October 23, 2025 in Ergolding. The driver fled. Looking for witnesses.
Accident in Ergolding: Driver fled after child injured!
On Thursday, October 23rd, an unfortunate incident occurred in Ergolding, in the Landshut district, that would strike hard on the heart of any parent. A ten-year-old boy was hit by a black SUV that was reversing while playing on the sidewalk and was slightly injured. The driver of the vehicle decided to simply flee the scene of the accident without caring about the injured boy. Fortunately, the worried grandmother quickly took the boy to the hospital, where he was treated.
The police immediately started an investigation and are looking for witnesses who observed the incident. They ask that you report any information to the Landshut police on 0871/9252-0. [Augsburger Allgemeine].
Increased accidents in the region
The incident in Ergolding occurred at an alarming time when traffic offenses appear to be on the rise. Just one day after the accident, on Friday, October 24th, the police in Landshut registered another traffic accident. On Maybachstrasse, a driver damaged parked vehicles while reversing, but decided to get away before the police arrived. The damage to a Mercedes C-Class is estimated at several thousand euros. Here too, the police are asking for information on the same telephone number.
These incidents are not without cause. According to comprehensive traffic accident statistics compiled by Destatis, such accident scenarios are a recurring problem that highlights both causes and possible solutions. These statistics serve for comparability and underline the need to do more for road safety.
Traffic controls and education
On the night of October 24th to 25th, a 23-year-old Romanian car driver was stopped during a traffic stop in Landshut. He exhibited drug-typical abnormalities and the result of a preliminary drug test was positive. His further journey was prevented, a blood sample was ordered and a fine procedure was initiated. These measures are part of an effort to make roads safer and to make drivers aware that drug and alcohol abuse on the road has serious consequences.
Overall, these events show how important it is to be vigilant and behave responsibly on the road. This request should be top of mind for everyone involved, especially for the safety of children. The best protection against accidents remains the attention of all road users so that serious incidents like the one in Ergolding can be prevented in the future.
We remind readers to remain alert and to show sensitivity and responsibility when driving. If in doubt, it is always better to get in touch and pass on information. Stay safe on the roads!