Tragedy in Hattingen: Passenger perishes in tram collision; driver left distraught

In a tragic incident on Saturday, August 29, 2025, a fatal tram accident occurred in the heart of Hattingen. The accident took place at a crossing where the tram line crosses the road, causing a significant disruption and long traffic jams in the area.

According to reports from the News Agency, the victim was a 77-year-old pedestrian who was hit by the tram. The victim was tragically trapped under the tram and died at the scene. The doctor at the scene confirmed the victim's death.

The tram involved in the accident was heading towards Bochum and had four passengers on board. The passengers were able to leave the tram through the rear doors and did not require further treatment. The driver of the tram was reportedly in shock and was cared for by specialist personnel.

The fire department was called to the scene due to an emergency involving a person under a train. They used hydraulic equipment to lift the tram and quickly free the victim.

A special police team from the Ennepe-Ruhr District is now investigating the cause of the accident. However, at the time of writing, there is no information available about who is investigating the cause of the deadly tram accident in Hattingen in 2025.

The streets around the accident site were closed for a long time due to the incident. The police are urging the public to avoid the area and to use alternative routes if possible.

This incident is being reported by Daniel Chur. The article will be updated on August 30, 2025, on our website in the Current Hour.

Our thoughts are with the victim's family and friends during this difficult time. We will continue to bring you updates as more information becomes available.

Tragedy in Hattingen: Passenger perishes in tram collision; driver left distraught