Mar 3 • 07:32 UTC 🇪🇸 Spain El País

A 14-year-old boy in serious condition after being hit by a bus in Madrid

A 14-year-old boy is in serious condition after being struck by a bus in the Villaverde district of Madrid.

A tragic accident occurred in Madrid's Villaverde district when a 14-year-old boy was hit by a city bus on Avenida Los Rosales. The collision happened before 6 PM, leaving the child with a severe head injury. Fortunately, a nurse from Samur-Protección Civil was present at the scene and provided initial assistance until medical teams arrived to take over care.

Emergency responders from two Samur-PC units quickly arrived to tend to the boy, who was suffering from a cranioencephalic trauma. Due to the severity of his injuries, he was intubated for stabilization before being transported to 12 de Octubre University Hospital. His current condition remains serious, raising concerns about the potential long-term effects of such injuries on the young victim.

This incident highlights the ongoing issues related to road safety in urban areas, particularly concerning the protection of vulnerable road users such as children. It underscores the need for enhanced safety measures and public awareness campaigns to prevent similar accidents in the future, as the aftermath of this event will likely prompt discussions among local authorities and the community regarding traffic regulations and pedestrian safety in Madrid.

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