Fatal dog walking accident: 49-year-old hit by car and dies

A tragic incident shocked the community of Moormerland in the Leer district when a 49-year-old woman was hit by a car while walking her dogs. The fatal accident occurred on Monday morning, January 9, 2025, on a country road near Oldersum.

According to police, the woman was driving on the right side of the road when she was hit by a 32-year-old driver who was driving in the same direction as her. Despite immediate help from first aiders and an emergency doctor, it was not possible to revive the woman; she died at the scene of the accident.

Investigations and traffic measures

In order to clarify the exact circumstances of the accident, the police have launched an investigation and are looking for witnesses who may be able to provide information about what happened. The area was closed to investigate the accident and traffic was diverted. There is no footpath at the location in question, which increases the danger for pedestrians.

This incident has caused concern in the region and investigators are asking for the public's help in shedding light on this tragic incident. Further information about the incident is available at NDR and n-tv available.