Unidentified Driver Escapes After Hitting Teenager with Car, Leaving Witnesses to Provide Potential Leads on the Accident
In the city of Hannover, Germany, on Monday, December 2, 2024, a 13-year-old boy was hit by a silver Mercedes-Benz while crossing the street. The incident occurred at approximately 4:15 PM at the intersection of Ada-Lessing-Straße and Langeforther Straße.
According to the Hannover Police Department, the boy was crossing the street at a green light after getting off a tram at the "Alte Heide" stop. The driver of the Mercedes-Benz stopped briefly but then fled the scene without checking on the boy or calling the police.
The Hannover Police Department has launched an investigation for reckless bodily harm and hit-and-run. The boy sustained minor injuries and later sought medical attention with his mother. The police department is actively seeking additional witnesses to the incident.
Witnesses with information about the accident, the Mercedes-Benz, or the fleeing driver are asked to contact the Hannover-Lahe police station at 0511 109-3317. For press inquiries, you can reach the Hannover Police Department at 0511 109-1040 or via email at [email protected].
The official website of the Hannover Police Department is www.pd-h.polizei-nds.de. The 13-year-old boy from Hannover has also filed a police report regarding the incident. The investigation into the traffic accident is ongoing.
The Hannover Police Department is urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward with any information they might have. The department is committed to bringing the responsible party to justice and ensuring the safety of all citizens in Hannover.
