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Driver runs over pedestrian: Tragic accident in Biesdorf shakes!
Traffic accident in Berlin-Biesdorf: A 91-year-old runs over a pedestrian (89) and raises questions about the safety of older road users.
Driver runs over pedestrian: Tragic accident in Biesdorf shakes!
On August 11, 2025, a tragic traffic accident occurred in Biesdorf in the afternoon, which once again draws attention to the dangers of road traffic for older people. According to information from the Berlin police The emergency services alerted at around 3:15 p.m. after an incident in which a 91-year-old driver ran over an 89-year-old pedestrian at the intersection of Köpenicker Strasse and Dankratstrasse. She had crossed the pedestrian crossing.
A nearby doctor immediately began resuscitation measures, which were supported by the emergency services who were alerted. Unfortunately, the elderly woman died at the scene of the accident. The 91-year-old, who suffered greatly from what happened, was taken to hospital for further observation. The investigation into the exact course of the accident is being carried out by a specialist commissioner from Police Directorate 3 (East).
Road traffic risks for seniors
This incident highlights the risks that seniors are exposed to on the road. Studies show that older road users are more likely to be victims of accidents than to cause them. The ADAC reports that people age 65 and older account for approximately 18.5% of personal injury accidents while making up only about 22% of the population. Older pedestrians and cyclists are particularly at risk, as over 50% of fatal accidents in these categories are in this age group.
Another worrying trend is accidents involving e-bikes, especially among seniors. The number of seriously injured and killed people increased, according to the BFU from 18 in 2011 to 180 in 2024. This rapid growth is alarming and shows that older people are increasingly at risk as the perception of speed and distance decreases with age.
Important measures to reduce risk
The safest option for older road users is to regularly self-critically assess their driving skills. The ADAC recommends that health problems and the influence of medication should be taken into account when assessing one's fitness to drive. Regular voluntary medical examinations for vision are just as important as dialogue with doctors about individual health.
Programs like “Sicher mobil” from the ADAC help seniors improve their skills in traffic and learn new driving techniques. Great importance is placed on optimizing your driving style in order to minimize risks.
It is vital that older people are aware of the risks of transport and take active risk reduction measures to ensure their safety and that of other road users. The tragic accident in Biesdorf is a clear indication that these challenges continue to exist.