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Driver hits 82-year-old in Celle: Police are looking for witnesses!
In Celle, an 82-year-old pensioner was attacked by a driver. The police are looking for witnesses to the incident.
Driver hits 82-year-old in Celle: Police are looking for witnesses!
In a shocking incident in Celle yesterday evening, July 9, 2025, the inaction and the dangers for our older citizens became shockingly apparent. An 82-year-old pensioner was attacked by a driver while crossing the street in the city center. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Altencellertorstrasse when the man, who needed assistance due to a walking disability, wanted to walk across the “Kleiner Plan” street towards Mauernstrasse.
The older gentleman trembled in shock as a gray Daimler drove past him. Instinctively, he leaned on the back of the vehicle. But instead of looking out for his welfare, the driver got out angrily and shouted at the pensioner before punching him in the face. This unexpected attack left the 82-year-old with minor injuries to his face, and the aggressive driver then ran away. The police in Celle are now asking for the help of witnesses who observed the incident by calling (05141) 27 70.
Request for witness information
Local police confirmed that there were witnesses who witnessed the incident. This information is crucial to finding the perpetrator and punishing his crime. Unfortunately, such attacks against older people are not isolated cases and shed a worrying light on society's acceptance of violence in everyday life.
According to police advice, older people are often victims of violence, be it at home or in traffic circumstances. The number of unreported cases of such attacks could be alarmingly high and it is vital that incidents such as this do not go unnoticed. In many cases, those affected feel isolated due to physical weakness and fear and are unable to defend themselves effectively. It is essential to take any signs of violence seriously and report them to raise awareness of the problem.
An appeal to society
Concern for the safety of our seniors should be on all of our minds. Social measures to support older people in dangerous situations are urgently needed. Not only should preventative programs be introduced to raise awareness of the issue of violence against seniors, but stronger contacts should also be established between the police and senior citizens' associations. Support is provided by organizations such as WEISSE RING e.V., which advocates for the rights of victims.
Let's protect our older citizens together so that they can live in peace without having to fear attacks. Any information about such shocking incidents is essential to bring the perpetrators to justice and strengthen our seniors' sense of security.