Skateboard accident in Nauheim: Six-year-old boy trapped under the car!

Skateboard accident in Nauheim: Six-year-old boy trapped under the car!

On Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, an unfortunate incident occurred in Nauheim when a six -year -old boy was hit by a car while crossing the road on a skateboard. The incident happened at 12:04 p.m. on Vorderstraße, corner of Pfarrgasse. The young pedestrian was sitting on his skateboard when he was grasped by a 73-year-old driver who apparently overlooked him. The car drove at low speed, but could not brake in time to avoid the collision.

The fire brigade was alerted immediately and was only two minutes later on the scene. Two firefighters initially stabilized the vehicle with wooden beams, while other forces rushed the car with lifting pillows to free the boy. Despite the dramatic event, the boy remained accessible throughout the mission. After first aid medical care, he was taken to a hospital with his mother. However, the current state of the boy and the severity of his injuries are previously unknown.

reactions and investigations

The driver, who was involved in the incident, suffered a shock and was also looked after. The South Hesse police have started the investigation into the course of the accident and is looking for witnesses to the incident to collect further information. The Nauheim volunteer fire brigade restored its operational and granting work and thanked all forces for the quick reaction and for their sympathy with the injured child and his family.

For children under the age of seven, such as the boy concerned, it applies that they are not liable for damage or accidents, as the ADAC explains. In this way, children between the ages of seven and ten can only be held liable if they act deliberately and understand the consequences of their behavior. This legal concept is important in order to illustrate responsibility in such situations and to give adults as a supervisor.

accident statistics and security

accident injuries represent one of the greatest health risks for children and adolescents in Germany. Every eighth accident child has to spend at least one night in the hospital. Statistics show that most accidents are done in private environments as well as in schools or in playgrounds. Special precautions are essential, especially near schools and kindergartens. Drivers should be particularly attentive when playing children are nearby to avoid such tragedies.

In 2021, over 167,000 children were treated in hospitality in Germany after an accident, which underlines the need for increased consciousness for child safety in road traffic. The incident in Nauheim reminds us of how important it is to protect children in road traffic and take responsibility seriously as a driver to prevent accidents. If you have any questions about legal aspects in the event of personal injury, it is recommended to contact a lawyer as well as to use the comprehensive advisory service of the ADAC.