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Five-Year-Old Cyclist Struck by Tram in Potsdam

Investigators cite a suspected red-light violation by the young cyclist.

Overview

  • Police report the child sustained serious injuries but is not believed to be in a life-threatening condition.
  • The collision occurred in the morning at Heinrich-Mann-Allee and Am Moosfenn near a tram stop.
  • Officers have opened an inquiry into the crash after early findings indicated the bicycle crossed at a red light.
  • The child was accompanied by an adult, and authorities said no other injuries were recorded.
  • Tram lines 91 and 93 were suspended between Waldstraße and Bahnhof Rehbrücke with ViP advising bus line 693, and service later resumed.