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12-Year-Old Girl Seriously Injured After Car Strikes Her in Madrid Bus Lane

Police are investigating how the collision happened near a signal-controlled crossing by a school.

Overview

  • Authorities said the incident occurred at about 14:20 on March 13 on Calle Niceto Alcalá Zamora, number 91, in the Hortaleza district.
  • Samur-Protección Civil stabilized the child at the scene; she was conscious and was transported to hospital in serious condition.
  • Initial indications reported by officials suggest the girl entered a bus-only lane before being hit by a car traveling there.
  • Images shared by Emergencias Madrid show impact marks on the vehicle’s windshield consistent with the collision.
  • The Madrid municipal police have opened an investigation into the circumstances, with no finding of responsibility announced.