Nine-year-old scooter driver seriously injured: accident on Nordenhamer Straße

Nine-year-old scooter driver seriously injured: accident on Nordenhamer Straße

An unusual traffic accident occurred on Friday, June 14, 2025, on Nordenhamer Straße in Delmenhorst. At around 1:20 p.m., a nine-year-old boy was riding his scooter on the sidewalk when a 52-year-old woman from Bremen, who wanted to turn onto the street from a store parking lot, overlooked him. The collision was violent and the boy was thrown onto the road by the impact.

The child sustained serious injuries in the accident and had to be taken to hospital immediately. Fortunately, there is no danger to life. In addition to the boy, minor damage was also found on both the driver's car and the scooter. The police, an ambulance and an emergency doctor were on duty and were quickly on site to care for the child. Details about the accident were also clarified by the police and those involved were questioned.

Accident statistics and road safety

Traffic accidents involving children are a topic that often comes into focus, especially since they often travel on sidewalks. Statistics from the Federal Statistical Office show that the number of traffic accidents involving children has varied in recent years. In 2023 alone, many children became victims of road traffic accidents. The details are in the comprehensive study Statista to read.

The analysis shows that safety precautions and raising awareness among drivers are of great importance to avoid such incidents in the future. Particular caution should be exercised, especially in places where children often play or walk. The incident in Delmenhorst is a stark reminder of how important it is to keep your eyes open on the road.

The police will now investigate the exact course of the accident and other possible causes in order to clarify how such serious accidents can be prevented in the future. The well-being of children is a top priority and with this in mind we continue to invest in road safety.