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Man seriously injured after tram accident in Vienna!
An elderly man was hit by a tram in Vienna on December 3, 2024. His condition is critical.
Man seriously injured after tram accident in Vienna!
A dramatic accident occurred today in Vienna-Hietzing when an elderly man wanted to cross the road on Hietzinger Hauptstrasse. As the Wiener Linien reported, the man overlooked the approaching tram and was knocked down. The emergency services took him to a hospital around 9 a.m. His condition is critical and his life is currently in danger, which, according to initial information, presents a very serious picture. The tram driver is receiving crisis psychological support in this stressful situation, as the exact course of the accident initially remains unclear.
Course of the accident and consequences
The incident raises questions, particularly about road safety in the area. The accident occurred at a time when the tram was in full operation. Wiener Linien has already commented on the incident, but the exact circumstances that led to this unfortunate event still need to be investigated in detail. How wien.ORF.at reported, such incidents are always worrying and require a detailed analysis of the local situation in order to prevent such tragedies in the future.
We will continue to report on developments in this matter, particularly the man's health and the results of the investigation. Given the serious consequences of this accident, it is important to clarify the exact background and ensure that such incidents are not repeated.