World · Malaysia Bureau
Child injured after foot run over by tow vehicle at Terengganu parade
A three-year-old boy sustained injuries to his left foot after being struck by a tow vehicle during National Day celebrations in Kuala Terengganu on August 31.
LSN Malaysia ·
The incident occurred as festivities unfolded in the state capital, with the young boy requiring immediate medical attention following the accident. Emergency responders attended to the child at the scene before he was transported to a medical facility for treatment of the foot injury.
Details surrounding the exact circumstances of how the vehicle came into contact with the child remained under investigation. Authorities have not yet released comprehensive information regarding the severity of the injury or the condition of the young victim.
The incident has raised fresh concerns about safety protocols during major public celebrations and parades in the state. Organisers of such events typically implement crowd control measures and safety cordons, though accidents can still occur in crowded settings.