A 12-year-old boy caused the death of a 5-year-old boy by wrongly operating an electric car.
On May 28th, a 12-year-old boy in Suzhou died after accidentally hitting a five-year-old boy with an electric scooter. The incident occurred when the boy was playing on an electric scooter that had not been locked. The boy climbed onto the scooter and accidentally hit the five-year-old, who unfortunately passed away despite attempts to save him.
20 June 2023
According to a news report, the court found that the boy's parents and the owner of the electric scooter should be jointly responsible for compensation, as the boy was directly responsible for the damage caused by his actions. The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many calling for greater responsibility among children and their guardians.
Some have criticized the owners of electric scooters, arguing that they should be more careful about lending them to others or taking better precautions to prevent accidents. Others have suggested that the boy's parents bear some responsibility for failing to supervise him properly.
One netizen expressed sympathy for the family, saying "This is a tragedy, and nothing can bring back the child. It serves as a reminder to us all, especially when we are out with children, to be more careful." Another user criticized society's tendency to blame children for their mistakes, arguing that "The 12-year-old boy did not intend to cause harm, and it is up to the adults around him to educate him properly. Instead, we have a society that is too forgiving of irresponsible parents."
Overall, this incident highlights the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions, whether as a child or an adult, and underscores the need for greater awareness and caution when dealing with potentially dangerous objects or situations.