Police in Quebec reported that on the morning of September 8, 2026, a moving vehicle in Montreal experienced a sudden opening of its rear hatch. The incident caused two children to fall from the trunk while the car was in motion. One of the children sustained injuries as a result of the fall.
According to the Sûreté du Québec, five children between the ages of eight and twelve were riding in the vehicle’s trunk at the time of the incident. The rear hatch, which had been closed, opened unexpectedly while the car was traveling, prompting the two youngest occupants to lose their balance and exit the vehicle unintentionally.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the fall was reported. The injured child received medical attention on site before being transported to a local hospital for further evaluation. The remaining children were examined by paramedics and were not reported to have sustained serious injuries. Police are conducting an investigation to determine why the hatch opened while the vehicle was in motion.
The incident underscores the risks associated with transporting minors in a vehicle’s trunk, a practice that is not recommended for safety reasons. Authorities have reminded the public that all passengers, especially children, should be seated in approved seating positions with appropriate restraints. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.