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Heroic act in Nürtingen: Craftsmen free toddler from car!
In Nürtingen, a toddler was rescued from a locked car. Craftsmen helped the 30-year-old mother quickly and easily.
Heroic act in Nürtingen: Craftsmen free toddler from car!
On Friday, May 31, 2025, a shocking incident became known in Nürtingen when a toddler was locked in a vehicle. The emergency call reached the Esslingen rescue control center at around 2:35 p.m. The situation occurred on Duttenhoferstrasse and quickly attracted attention.
The 30-year-old mother briefly left the vehicle and left the key on the seat. When she returned, the car had unexpectedly locked itself. The child, a ten-month-old son, was locked in the child seat and the vehicle was also in the blazing sun. Fortunately, craftsmen who happened to be there noticed the critical situation.
Rescue through everyday heroes
The craftsmen did not hesitate and acted quickly. They reached through a slightly open window and fished out the key to open the car. Their quick response ensured the toddler was safe and well when police and firefighters arrived. Fortunately, no emergency services were needed as the child was uninjured and was already back in the care of his mother.
However, the police were unable to provide any precise information about how long the child was alone in the vehicle or why the mother left the car. This unfortunate situation raises questions about the safety of children in cars.
Securing children in the car
To avoid such critical situations, having the right security in your car is crucial. According to the ADAC Foundation, over 10,000 children under the age of 15 are injured while traveling in cars every year, with the most common injuries occurring to children in their parents' or grandparents' cars. More than a third of children involved in road traffic accidents are passengers in a vehicle. Therefore, it is essential that parents use appropriate child seats and seat belt security to minimize the risk of injury in the event of an accident. Since 1993 there has also been a legal requirement for children to wear seat belts.
This incident in Nürtingen reminds all parents of the essential responsibility to ensure the safety of their children on the road. It should always be ensured that cars are properly secured and risks are minimized when exiting a vehicle.
For further information on child safety precautions in the car, we recommend taking a look at the ADAC Foundation, which provides helpful tips.
Further details about the incident in Nürtingen can be found in the reports from NTZ and Stuttgarter News.