Berlin, May 17 – A six-year-old boy was hit by a car in the Grünau district of Berlin’s Treptow-Köpenick borough on Saturday. The child was subsequently taken to the hospital with a laceration to the head and back injuries, as reported by the police on Saturday afternoon.
Details of the Accident in Regattastraße
According to initial police findings, an 85-year-old driver was traveling along Regattastraße in the direction of Schlierseestraße. Shortly after Lahmertstraße, the six-year-old boy reportedly entered the roadway from between parked cars.
Eyewitnesses stated that the child did not pay attention to the ongoing traffic. Despite the driver initiating emergency braking, the car struck the boy.
Police Investigation Underway
The police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Further details regarding the exact sequence of events and any potential charges are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
The incident highlights the importance of road safety, particularly for children, and the need for both drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution in traffic.
