Teenager injured after being hit by a city bus in Mainz

A routine bus departure turned dangerous when a girl stepped onto a crossing. Authorities now probe what went wrong—and who bears responsibility.

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2026 March 23 . 3:03 PM

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Teenager injured after being hit by a city bus in Mainz

A teenage girl was struck and slightly injured by a city bus in Mainz on Friday evening. The accident happened near the 'Goethestraße' bus stop in the Neustadt district just after 6:15 p.m. Police have since opened an investigation into the incident.

The bus had come to a halt at the 'Goethestraße A' stop, preparing to continue its route toward the main train station. As it began to pull away, the girl stepped onto the pedestrian crossing, heading toward the Goethe underpass. She was then hit by the moving vehicle.

Authorities confirmed the teenager sustained minor injuries. The exact cause of the collision remains unclear, though police are examining the circumstances under standard procedures outlined in the Road Traffic Act.

The investigation is ongoing, with no further details released at this stage. Such cases in Germany typically follow established protocols, with local police handling evidence collection and witness statements. The outcome will determine whether any further action is required.