45-year-old Afghan woman in Germany died saving her 3-year-old from tram tracks after shopping trip.
Incident Details
A 45-year-old Afghan woman living in Oschersleben, Germany, died on Saturday, March 7, while saving her child. They were returning from shopping in Magdeburg and waiting at the Kastanienstraße tram stop in Neue Neustadt district when the child wandered onto the tracks.
Witness Account
A witness saw the woman attempting to rescue the child but losing balance. She fell and was struck by an approaching tram. She died at the scene due to her injuries. The child was unharmed. The woman had a husband and three children total. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Accident Response Guide
Ensure you are safe first. Be aware of traffic or hazards. If in a car, hazard lights on; place a warning triangle. Check on injured persons immediately. Call emergency services 112 or 999. If needed, start CPR. Your response can save a life.