A tragic traffic accident in Krong Buk district, Dak Lak province, claimed the life of a second-grade student right at the school gate. This heartbreaking incident rings alarm bells about traffic safety in school zones, especially the compliance of parents and drivers when dropping off and picking up their children.
According to information from the Department of Education and Training of Krong Buk district, all schools in the district have regulations prohibiting parents’ motorbikes and cars from entering the schoolyard. The purpose of this regulation is to ensure absolute safety for students and teachers, avoiding unfortunate incidents that may occur. However, the recent tragic accident shows that the compliance of some parents is still limited, leading to heartbreaking consequences.
Tragic Accident at Krong Buk School
The heartbreaking incident occurred at Bui Thi Xuan Elementary and Middle School, Krong Buk district. A second-grade student was fatally hit by a pickup truck in the schoolyard while on her way to class. According to reports from the school, at the time of the accident, the school security guard was performing duties in the boarding area behind the school. Taking advantage of this oversight, a pickup truck driver voluntarily drove into the schoolyard and caused the tragic accident.
Pickup truck involved in the accident at Bui Thi Xuan school
Reactions From School and Authorities
Immediately after the incident, Krong Buk district authorities quickly launched an investigation to clarify the cause. The local government also expressed deep concern for the victim’s family. The Krong Buk District Party Committee has decided to build a new and more spacious house for the unfortunate student’s family. It is known that her family is in difficult circumstances, the current house is only about 20m² and is home to 13 members.
Cause of the Incident and Parental Awareness
The accident once again raises alarm bells about compliance with traffic laws and school regulations. Despite clear regulations prohibiting vehicles from entering the schoolyard, parents still voluntarily bring vehicles in, posing a risk of unsafety for students. This is a costly lesson for both parents and schools in strengthening traffic safety, especially in the school gate area during peak hours.
School zone with traffic safety signs
Community Joins Hands to Support the Victim’s Family
Faced with the difficult circumstances of the female student’s family who was killed by a truck, the community has shown deep sharing and compassion. Many benefactors, agencies, and philanthropists have joined hands to support the victim’s family with more than 100 million VND to take care of the funeral and partially alleviate the pain of loss. This action demonstrates the spirit of solidarity and mutual love of the Vietnamese people, while spreading good values in society.
The incident of the second-grade student being killed by a truck at the school gate is a great loss and a profound warning about school traffic safety. To prevent similar accidents from happening, it is necessary to have the joint efforts of the entire community, from raising parents’ awareness of traffic laws, strengthening school management, to investing in building safe traffic infrastructure in school areas.
