Child Struck by Truck While Searching for Mother in Wonosobo

A tragic road accident in Wonosobo, Indonesia, involved a young child who was struck by a box truck after running onto a busy roadway while searching for his mother.

The incident occurred on April 8, 2026, along the Kertek–Selomerto main road, in front of the Semayu sports hall. CCTV footage captured the moment the child ran out from a nearby area and into the road without supervision.

According to reports, the child was seen calling out for his mother while heading toward the roadway, seemingly unaware of the oncoming traffic. A bystander noticed the danger and attempted to chase and stop the child, but was unable to reach him in time.

A truck traveling at speed approached from the side and was unable to avoid the collision, resulting in the child being struck.

The incident has drawn widespread attention on social media and serves as a stark reminder of the importance of close supervision of children, particularly in areas with heavy traffic and large vehicles.

Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the child’s condition or the identity of the truck driver as investigations continue.

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