Fatal tram accident in Leipzig: Police are looking for witnesses!

Fatal tram accident in Leipzig: Police are looking for witnesses!

A tragic traffic accident occurred on March 25, 2025 in Leipzig at the Lützner Straße/Lindenau bus station. At around 9:35 a.m., tram line 15 had to abruptly initiate emergency braking when a pedestrian carelessly crossed the street. As a result of the braking, a senior citizen fell on the train and was seriously injured. Unfortunately, the woman later died in hospital.

The police are now looking for the unknown pedestrian, whose identity has not yet been clarified. She is asking the public for information so that the incident can be fully investigated. In particular, witnesses who were at the stop at the time of the accident or who have further information are asked to come forward. The contact point for information is the Leipzig Traffic Police Inspectorate, which can be reached at (0341) 255 - 2850 during the day, or at 255 - 2910 outside office hours.

Investigations and public appeals

The police investigation is still in its early stages. Blick reports that the officers are working intensively on the case. The search for the pedestrian and other possible witnesses is a high priority in order to get to the bottom of what happened.

In such a tragic incident, it is not only important to find the person responsible, but also to fully clarify the circumstances that led to the emergency braking of the tram. The police appeal to road users to be particularly careful.

Witnesses of the events around the Lützner Straße stop/Lindenau bus station are asked to come forward immediately. Every tip can be crucial to the progress of the investigation, and the police hope that the support of the public will provide further clarity about the incident.

The city of Leipzig and its citizens mourn the deceased senior citizen, who ended up in a tragic situation due to the careless actions of another road user. It is an urgent appeal to everyone to behave safely and considerately.