Feb 22 • 08:47 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Iltalehti

Child Dies After Being Run Over by a Car in Front Yard of a House

A child died after being run over by a car in the front yard of a house in Mynämäki, Finland.

A tragic accident occurred in Mynämäki, Finland, where a pre-school-aged child was accidentally run over by a car in the front yard of a residential home. The incident took place on a Sunday morning at around 9:30 AM when police were called to the scene following the accident. According to the Southwest Finland Police, the car was being moved within the yard at the time of the incident, which led to the unfortunate event.

The child sustained life-threatening injuries and sadly succumbed to them at the scene. The police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine the exact details of how this tragic event unfolded. This incident highlights the potential dangers associated with moving vehicles, especially in residential areas where young children may be present.

Local authorities are expected to address this accident with the community to raise awareness about vehicle safety and the importance of precautions when operating cars in proximity to children. The investigation will seek to establish whether any negligence occurred that contributed to this heartbreaking loss of life.

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