Accident in Berlin: Driver runs over group of children - suspected drugs!

Transparenz: Redaktionell erstellt und geprüft.
Veröffentlicht am

A 20-year-old ran a red light in Berlin-Wedding and injured several children. Driver was suspected of taking drugs.

Ein 20-Jähriger überfuhr in Berlin-Wedding eine rote Ampel und verletzte mehrere Kinder. Fahrer stand unter Drogenverdacht.
A 20-year-old ran a red light in Berlin-Wedding and injured several children. Driver was suspected of taking drugs.

Accident in Berlin: Driver runs over group of children - suspected drugs!

A serious traffic accident caused horror in Berlin-Wedding on Thursday, September 4, 2025. At around 1 p.m., a 20-year-old man drove through a red light and hit a group of 18 children and four carers. Six children suffered minor injuries, while a 63-year-old carer was seriously injured, but fortunately her life was not in danger, reports rbb24.

The story begins with the driver presumably being under the influence of drugs. The police found marijuana on him on site, which points the investigation in a clear direction. He was initially temporarily arrested, but was later released. His driver's license has been confiscated and a blood sample and urine sample are planned.

The course of the accident and the consequences

At the time of the accident, the children, aged between 6 and 12, were accompanied by their carers. It was a normal afternoon that quickly turned into a nightmare for the families affected. Three children were taken to hospital with minor injuries, while three others were treated at the scene. The fire department with 44 emergency services was also on site, and emergency chaplains looked after the shocked children and parents.

After initial investigations, the police have ruled out a terrorist motive or a shooting spree. It is therefore an unfortunate traffic accident, according to the authorities. However, the incident raises questions about road safety, particularly when it comes to dealing with alcohol and drug-impaired drivers.

Road safety in focus

Traffic accidents like this are not only tragedies for those affected, but also relevant events for society. Loud Destatis Accident statistics are essential to get a comprehensive picture of road safety. They are the basis for measures in legislation, traffic education as well as in road construction and vehicle technology. Many such previous accidents are recorded each year to ensure improvements and prevention.

The data collected clearly shows that there are still many opportunities for improvement in road traffic. Recording such incidents is important not only for future protective measures, but also for conscious traffic education and awareness among the public.

In the hope that such incidents can be prevented in the future, we wish everyone affected a speedy recovery and a lot of strength during this difficult time.