Person steers a minor in a vehicle
A five-year-old child was involved in a traffic accident in the Johannisthal neighbourhood of Berlin yesterday afternoon. The incident occurred on Engelhardstraße near Nieberstraße at approximately 17:45.
According to reports, the child stepped onto the road from the right side, and a 55-year-old woman driving a car was unable to avoid the collision. The child was immediately taken to a hospital, where they underwent surgery due to leg injuries.
The 55-year-old woman driving the car involved in the accident is currently under investigation by Police Directorate 3 (East) for the traffic incident. The specialized traffic crimes unit from the same directorate is investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.
This unfortunate incident has led to calls for increased safety measures to protect children in the area. It is worth noting that Engelhardstraße is a street where the speed limit is 30 km/h. Despite this, the accident serves as a reminder of the need for ongoing vigilance to ensure the safety of all road users, particularly children.
Sadly, this is not the first such incident in the locality in the past month. The community is understandably concerned about road safety in the area, and authorities are urged to take swift action to address these concerns and prevent future accidents.
For the latest news and updates on this specific incident, it is advisable to check local Berlin news outlets or official police reports, as they would provide the most accurate and timely information.
The incident in Johannisthal neighborhood, a car-accident involving a child, is being treated as general-news and a subject of crime-and-justice investigation. This unfortunate event has once again highlighted the importance of accidents prevention and the need for enhanced safety measures, especially in high-traffic areas like sports venues or sports-betting premises. It's crucial to ensure the safety of all residents, children included, on roads like Engelhardstraße.
