Höxter police ask: First aider wanted after fatal accident!

Höxter police ask: First aider wanted after fatal accident!

On Tuesday, June 10th, a tragic traffic accident occurred on the B252 between Rheder and Brakel, which was fatal. The Höxter police are now looking for a previously unknown woman who introduced herself at the scene of the accident as a paramedic and provided first aid. This valuable first responder is urged to contact investigators to receive information about official victim protection measures. The Höxter police ask you to call 05271/962-0 as soon as possible in order to secure your witness statement and possibly be able to offer you further support. Inquiries can also be made via the Höxter district police authority. The address is Bismarckstraße 18 in 37671 Höxter, and the contact can also be reached by phone at 05271-962-1520 or by email at pressestelle.hoexter@polizei.nrw.de. For contacts outside of office hours, the Höxter police control center is available on 05271 962 1222. Radio Hochstift reports that the search for the first aider is part of the ongoing investigation.

But what actually happens after a traffic accident? The emotional and physical consequences are often serious. “What to do with the pain?” is what many people involved in the accident ask themselves. Anyone who is involved in an accident through no fault of their own is entitled to compensation for pain and suffering. It is important to prove that the accident was the cause of the injuries. This includes not only doctor's letters, but also police reports, witness statements and reports. Costs associated with the injury should also be documented as these can be claimed in the event of a legal dispute. Verti lists some helpful steps to be prepared for future legal action.

First aid: saving a life

The importance of first aid cannot be overemphasized. In Germany, an average of 8 people die in road traffic every day - a shocking number that shows how crucial first aid measures are for the rescue chain. Experts recommend updating your first aid knowledge in a refresher course every five years. The former DRK President Dr. Rudolf Seiters warns that a one-time course is not enough: “It is necessary to regularly update the knowledge base.” Fernarzt emphasizes that a simple first aid course that leads to a driver's license is even valid for life - but it is still advisable to refresh your knowledge regularly.

For better or worse, traffic accidents are often a part of our lives, but each of us can make a contribution. Be it by acting quickly at the scene of an accident or through in-depth knowledge of first aid measures - it is our responsibility to ensure that we have the necessary skills and knowledge to do the right thing in critical moments.