Serious accident in Wülfrath: nine -year -old injured while crossing the street

Serious accident in Wülfrath: nine -year -old injured while crossing the street

16.08.2024 - 12:26

police Mettmann

serious injuries after an accident in Wülfrath: A call for vigilance in road traffic

Mettmann (ots)-on Thursday evening, August 15, 2024, there was a tragic incident in Wülfrath, in which a 9-year-old boy was seriously injured while crossing the street. The accident again emphasizes the need to ensure the safety of children in road traffic.

The course of the accident in detail

around 6:30 p.m. the young boy was on Lindenstrasse when, according to his own information, he stepped onto the road between two parked vehicles. At that time, a 20-year-old woman drove towards Düsseler Straße in her VW Polo. The boy collided with the right outside mirror of the car and fell to the ground. The impact force led to serious injuries that required inpatient treatment in the hospital.

Investigations and eyewitnesses wanted

The police have initiated an investigation to clarify the exact process of the accident. The statement of potential witnesses is particularly important. Two cyclists have observed the incident and the Wülfrath police asks all other witnesses to report.

The importance of traffic safety for children

This incident illustrates the dangers that lurk on children in road traffic. An improvement in traffic safety is crucial to prevent such tragic accidents. Parents should indicate the importance of education and vigilance, while the municipality should pay more attention to safe traffic conditions.

The choice of safer crossing options and speed reductions in residential areas could be potential measures to increase the safety of the little ones.

contact information for information

The Wülfrath police can be reached on 02058/9200 6180. Information and information can also be sent by email to pressestelle.mettmann@polizei.nrw.de

Original content from: Police Mettmann, transmitted by News Aktuell