Toddler falls out of moving car in Pahang, father only realises two km later
Summary of the incident:
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A 3-year-old boy in Pahang, Malaysia, was injured in the face when he fell out of a vehicle.
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The vehicle was a Proton Iswara Aeroback, driven by the child’s father, travelling from Kampung Tempoyang to Kampung Berembang.
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The father stopped the vehicle at about the 5-km mark of Jalan Lipis-Merapoh to take a phone call; the left rear window was open at this time. Investigations suggest the child fell through that open window.
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Unaware of the incident, the father continued driving for about 2 km (to the 7-km mark) before realizing his son was no longer in the car.
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A passerby found the injured boy standing alone by the roadside, took him to the police station and then to a health clinic/hospital for treatment.
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The police are investigating under Section 337 of Malaysia’s Penal Code (causing hurt by an act which endangers life/persons) for possible negligence.
Why this matters / takeaways:
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It highlights child-safety concerns in vehicles, especially the risks of windows being open and children not being properly secured.
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It shows how quickly an accident can happen even when the vehicle is stopped briefly and seemingly under control.
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Investigations may lead to discussions around driver responsibility and existing safety laws/practices for children in cars.