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Child sustained severe injuries allegedly due to contact with acid

Contamination of a dangerous substance on a city square in Meckenheim; authorities are actively investigating a severe incident involving a child after a mishap occurred.

Eight-year-old child severely harmed due to suspected exposure to acid.
Eight-year-old child severely harmed due to suspected exposure to acid.

Child sustained severe injuries allegedly due to contact with acid

In an unfortunate incident, an eight-year-old boy was seriously injured after coming into contact with a harmful substance on a public square in Meckenheim, near Bonn. The incident took place on an early Friday evening.

According to the Bonn police, the boy was playing with other children when he came into contact with the contents of a broken bottle. The liquid in the bottle, which was placed on a parcel station, fell and burst, causing the boy to be exposed to the substance.

The exact nature of the liquid is still under investigation, and it is currently unclear how it got to the public square. The authorities have confirmed that the boy sustained severe injuries, particularly to his hands, and was airlifted to the hospital.

The police spokesman has provided statements regarding the incident, and the square where it took place has been cordoned off and cleaned. The authorities have also shared information about the boy's injuries.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses. The public is urged to exercise caution and to report any suspicious items or incidents to the authorities.

Our thoughts are with the boy and his family during this difficult time. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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