Attention, Gohlis! 8-year-old boy seriously injured in accident!

Attention, Gohlis! 8-year-old boy seriously injured in accident!

There was a serious traffic accident in Leipzig-Gohlis on Tuesday evening, June 18, 2025. An 8-year-old boy was hit by a car on Hedwig-Burgheim-Straße around 8:15 p.m. The 46-year-old driver was driving on the street and turning at the intersection onto Max-Liebermann-Straße when the incident occurred. The boy was seriously injured and immediately taken to the hospital, where he was admitted.

The amount of material damage amounts to around 600 euros. The traffic accident service then began its investigation, with the suspicion of negligent bodily harm being suspected LVZ reported.

Security situation in Leipzig

The security situation in Leipzig is characterized by several incidents that have caused a stir in recent months. In addition to the serious traffic accident involving the 8-year-old boy, other incidents also took place in the city. On August 22, 2024, there was a fire in an underground car park in Leipzig-Zentrum-West, in which a VW Polo car burst into flames for reasons that are still unclear. The fire brigade was able to put out the fire quickly so that no one was injured, but there was considerable damage to property and the criminal police are investigating suspected arson Media service Saxony reported.

In addition, several cases of property damage have been recorded in recent months, including graffiti on school buildings and other public facilities. Fraud cases, such as the grandchild trick in which a 68-year-old was cheated out of 8,500 euros, also show the challenges that the city is facing.

Focus on road safety

The increasing number of road accidents, particularly involving children, has reignited the discussion about road safety in the city. The Gohlis incident has alarmed many residents and highlighted the need for increased preventive measures. Further traffic accidents in recent months, including serious accidents involving cyclists and senior citizens, have prompted the police and city administration to think about an improved traffic concept.

The investigation into the 8-year-old boy's traffic accident is still ongoing and it remains to be seen what measures will be taken to improve the situation. The safety of children on the roads remains a central issue for the community and those responsible.