On September 8, 2026, Quebec provincial police reported that two children fell from the trunk of a moving vehicle in Montreal after the rear hatch opened unexpectedly, leaving one of the youngsters injured. The incident occurred while the vehicle was in motion, and the sudden opening of the rear hatch caused the children to lose their balance and exit the trunk area.
Police investigations revealed that a total of five children, aged between eight and twelve years, were riding in the vehicle's trunk at the time of the accident. The rear hatch's unexpected opening triggered the fall of two of those children. One of the two sustained injuries, while the condition of the other child was not specified as injured. The remaining three children in the trunk were not reported to have been harmed.
Authorities indicated that the children were not seated in passenger seats but were instead located in the trunk, a practice that is contrary to vehicle safety regulations. The police response focused on securing the scene, providing medical assistance to the injured child, and gathering statements from witnesses and the vehicle's driver. No further details about the vehicle type, the driver’s identity, or the exact location within Montreal were released.
The incident underscores the risks associated with transporting children in vehicle trunks, especially when safety mechanisms such as rear hatch locks fail or are not engaged. While the investigation continues, police have not disclosed any charges or legal actions pending the outcome of their inquiry. The injured child received medical attention at a local hospital, and the family was advised on follow‑up care.
No additional injuries were reported, and the other children were released to their guardians after being assessed by authorities. The case remains under investigation by the Quebec provincial police, who are reviewing the circumstances surrounding the rear hatch's unexpected opening.