On the night of Tuesday, June 10, an out-of-control car nearly struck a child playing in the street before crashing head-on into a water truck in Brejo da Madre de Deus, located in the Agreste region of Pernambuco, Brazil. The incident occurred when the driver, who experienced a sudden medical condition, lost control of the vehicle, leading to the collision. Fortunately, security camera footage reveals that while the car knocked down the child's bicycle, the child was unharmed and fell to the ground without serious injury.

The collision involved a passenger car traveling towards the city center and a stationary water truck. The head-on impact resulted in damage to both vehicles, and emergency responders treated the injured driver at the municipal emergency care unit (UPA) Mestre. Municipal Traffic Director Elmiton Andrade reported that the driver's sudden health issue caused the vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic, prompting the crash that could have had much worse consequences had it not been for the quick reaction of the child to move aside.

This incident raises important questions about road safety, particularly concerning the risks posed by medical emergencies while driving. The close call for the child highlights the need for enhanced awareness and safety measures in public spaces where children play. As authorities investigate the incident, it underlines the necessity for drivers to be vigilant about their health and its implications on their ability to operate a vehicle safely.