Hamburg, June 10 – Three individuals sustained minor injuries in a car accident that took place on Wednesday in front of the Gorch-Fock-Schule on Karstenstraße in Hamburg-Blankenese. According to the police, a 75-year-old woman, who had stopped her car on the roadside, accelerated into three students. It is suspected she may have confused the gas and brake pedals.
Incident Details and Injuries
The vehicle eventually came to a stop after hitting a metal fence. Two of the injured children were transported to the hospital: one boy suffered a broken arm, and another sustained minor upper body injuries. A third child received only slight injuries and was released into the care of their father.
A spokesperson for the fire department confirmed that all three individuals sustained only minor injuries.
Police Investigation Underway
The Hamburg police have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the exact cause of the accident. Further details regarding the driver’s condition or potential charges have not yet been released.
This incident highlights concerns regarding road safety, particularly in areas surrounding schools. Authorities are expected to review the circumstances of the accident as part of their ongoing investigation.