Toddler narrowly escapes after being run over by teen driver in India
A three-year-old girl in India miraculously survived after being run over by a 15-year-old driver who had taken his father’s car for a joyride. Police have filed charges and seized the vehicle.
- 15-year-old allegedly ran over a 3-year-old girl in Ahmedabad.
- CCTV shows the child crawling out from under the car, unharmed.
- Police filed an FIR for rash driving and seized the vehicle.
A three-year-old girl in Ahmedabad’s Noblenagar area narrowly escaped death after being run over by a car allegedly driven by a 15-year-old boy.
The incident, which occurred on 29 October, was captured on CCTV and has since gone viral on social media.
Teen Behind the Wheel Without License
According to The Indian Breakdown, the teenager had taken his father’s car for a joyride inside a residential area despite not having a driving license.
The vehicle also had no number plate, which is a traffic violation.
CCTV Shows Girl Crawling Out Unharmed
The footage shows the toddler playing outside her home when the car struck her, and several people rushed to the scene after.
Miraculously, the child crawled out from underneath the car and stood up, appearing unharmed. A woman was seen slapping the teenager moments after the incident.
Police Launch Investigation
Authorities have since filed a First Information Report (FIR) against the 15-year-old for rash driving and driving without a license.
The car has been seized for further investigation.
Public Outcry Over Negligence
The video has sparked outrage online, with many condemning the negligence that allowed a minor to drive.
Residents in the area are also calling for stricter enforcement to prevent underage driving within housing estates.
