Fatal emergency - Nine-year-old dies after emergency during sports lessons
During a physical education class in Lahr, Ortenaukreis, a nine-year-old boy collapsed and later died in the hospital. According to a police spokesperson, the boy had to be revived at the scene of a sports facility during the emergency on June 24th. He was then flown to a clinic by a rescue helicopter, where he later passed away. Several media outlets had previously reported on the incident.
The cause of the emergency was a medical condition, according to the police. A foreign influence was initially ruled out, which is why no investigations are currently ongoing. The spokesperson could not provide further details at the time.
The Ortenau district, where Lahr is located, was shaken by the unexpected incident. The local schools have expressed their condolences and are providing counseling services for the affected children. The police are collaborating with the healthcare system to ensure that similar emergencies are addressed promptly. Despite the tragedy, the city of Lahr continues to operate, with the community showing an extraordinary display of resilience.
