A tragic traffic incident in Krefeld, Germany, on Saturday morning resulted in the deaths of two elderly individuals. Police in Krefeld reported that a 72-year-old man and his 72-year-old sister were struck by a vehicle exiting a parking space at a local cemetery.
The collision occurred around 10:00 AM when a 77-year-old driver, while reversing out of a parking spot, hit the siblings. Despite immediate efforts from emergency responders, both individuals were pronounced dead at the scene. Bystanders witnessed the event but sustained no injuries.
A specialized traffic accident investigation team from Recklinghausen has been deployed to determine the precise circumstances surrounding the incident. Counseling services are being provided to the deceased’s family, the driver involved and any affected witnesses. The Krefeld Police Department’s traffic investigation unit has initiated a formal investigation into the matter.