Accident - Homeless man trapped in trash compactor
A homeless man became trapped in a waste compactor in Frankfurt on Thursday morning. The man had presumably laid down to sleep in the container for commercial waste, according to the waste disposal company FES. He was tipped into the refuse vehicle with the waste and was caught by the compactor. According to a police spokesperson, he was taken to hospital with serious injuries. His identity was initially unknown.
The machine was stopped immediately, the fire department rescued the man and the rescue operation took two hours. "Extensive dismantling of the vehicle" was necessary, as the fire department announced on the internet platform X (formerly Twitter).
"We are all shocked and saddened," said FES Managing Director Dirk Remmert. "We hope that the man survives and are keeping in close contact with the fire department and police." The members of the FES team who emptied the container are in shock and are receiving pastoral care.
Fire department statement
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- The local police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident involving the homeless man and the trash compactor in Frankfurt on the Main.
- In light of the incident, the Homeless Shelter Association of Hesse has called for stricter regulations regarding waste disposal companies, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections.
- The Fire Department of Frankfurt on the Main and the Rhine-Main area have expressed concern about the rise in accidents involving trash compactors and have urged waste disposal companies to prioritize safety measures.
- In a statement, the Fire Department of Frankfurt on the Main emphasized the critical role of emergency responders in such situations and thanked the police for their assistance during the rescue operation.
- The tragic accident has sparked a debate in Frankfurt on the Main about how to better support and protect the city's homeless population, with many calling for increased resources and affordable housing options.
Source: www.stern.de
