English striker Harry Kane had a major scare after his children were involved in a car crash
Harry Kane, the star English footballer, faced a distressing ordeal as news emerged that three of his children were involved in a harrowing car crash while travelling in Germany. The incident, which occurred near Schäftlarn in Munich, left his young children Louis, Vivienne, and Ivy, aged three, five, and seven respectively, hospitalised after their vehicle collided with another.
Kane’s kids involved in accident
The collision transpired as the Kane family's Mercedes van was involved in an accident with a Renault, leaving the young occupants injured. Fortunately, Kane's wife Kate and their fourth child Henry were not present during the incident. The crash took place while Kane was en route to London with Bayern Munich for their Champions League encounter against Arsenal.
Despite the frightening nature of the crash, all three children were swiftly transported to a nearby hospital for evaluation and were fortunate to escape with minor injuries. Kane's spokesperson reassured concerned parties, stating, "There was a crash, but the kids are fine, and none were injured. No injuries at all. They went to hospital for a routine check-up."
Details of the Crash
Reports indicate that the accident occurred when the Renault, driven by a 20-year-old woman, collided with the oncoming Mercedes van carrying Kane's children. Subsequently, both vehicles suffered significant damage, leading to minor injuries for all passengers involved. Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene, attending to the injured and managing the aftermath of the crash.
In a statement released by Munich police, it was confirmed that all occupants of the vehicles, including the children and adults, sustained minor injuries and were transported to local hospitals for medical care. The collision resulted in substantial material damage to the vehicles involved, highlighting the severity of the incident.
Impact on Kane
The distressing incident unfolded as Kane landed in London for Bayern Munich's Champions League fixture against Arsenal. Despite the unsettling circumstances, Kane remarkably managed to focus on the game, making a notable impact by scoring his side's second goal in a 2-2 draw. The incident underscores the challenges faced by athletes juggling personal and professional responsibilities amidst unforeseen adversities.
As Kane's family navigates the aftermath of the accident, the footballing world remains united in wishing for the swift recovery of his children and offering support during this challenging time.
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