Bus Emergency Stop in Bad Schwartau Leaves Passenger Injured

In Bad Schwartau, a public bus was forced to make an emergency stop to avoid a collision with a blue Subaru, resulting in minor injuries to a female passenger. The incident occurred on April 4, 2025, around 2:15 PM, as the bus, operating on line 7, was traveling along Zum Vorwerk road towards Lübeck.

According to reports, the driver of the Subaru made an abrupt right turn into a discount store parking lot without any prior warning. The bus driver, a 47-year-old man, reacted swiftly by initiating an emergency brake maneuver. Unfortunately, this sudden action caused a 55-year-old female passenger to fall, leading to light injuries that required medical treatment at a nearby hospital.

The Subaru driver did not stop to check on the situation and continued driving away from the scene. It remains unclear whether he was aware of the incident involving the bus passenger, and this aspect is currently under investigation by local authorities.

The Bad Schwartau police are looking into the matter, suspecting possible negligent bodily harm. They have appealed to the public for assistance in gathering information regarding the incident. Witnesses or anyone with details about the Subaru's driver or the circumstances surrounding the accident are encouraged to contact the police at 0451 220750 or via email at BadSchwartau.PR@polizei.landsh.de.

This event highlights the potential dangers of sudden maneuvers on the road and the importance of vigilance for both drivers and passengers. Authorities stress the need for caution and adherence to traffic regulations to prevent similar occurrences in the future.