On Saturday at about 3 p.m., a 7‑year‑old drove a family vehicle into his 5‑year‑old sister near Mechnice, Opole, and she received facial injuries but was not life‑threatened.
Opole Region: Collision Involving 5‑Year‑Old
At around 3 p.m. on Saturday, a 7‑year‑old entered the family car in Mechnice, Opole. The child turned the key, attempting initially to turn on the radio; the vehicle unexpectedly moved and struck his sister on the way to the gate.
Parental Oversight
The 31‑year‑old resident of the village handed the car keys to her son, asking him and his 5‑year‑old sister to wait inside the house. The child later drove the vehicle without adult supervision, leading to the accident.
Injury and Medical Response
The 5‑year‑old sustained facial injuries and was transported to the hospital. Doctors confirmed that her life was not threatened, though she was treated for her injuries.
