Fatal emergency - Nine-year-old dies after emergency in sports class
During physical education class at a school 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 the 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 this.
The police confirmed that a medical cause was the reason for the emergency. No investigations are currently being conducted as there is no indication of external interference.
- The Ortenau district, where Lahr is located, expressed their condolences to the boy's family and the school community following the tragic incident.
- Despite the unfortunate event taking place during a physical education class, the school in Lahr has resumed normal activities, focusing on providing support to the children affected.
- Baden-Württemberg's education authorities are conducting an internal review of the emergency procedures at schools in the area, including the one in Lahr.
- In an effort to improve safety measures, the schools in Lahr are considering introducing more comprehensive emergency drills and first aid training for children and teachers.
