Tragic Road Tee‑off: 13‑Year‑Old Bounces Off a Sign
What Happened
On Sunday, 28 October, a 13‑year‑old Chinese boy met a grim fate in Xinyu, Jiangxi. While riding in a car, his upper body was exposed from the sunroof—a cheer for a breeze turned into a heartbreaking moment when the vehicle slammed into a low‑clearance sign on the empty expressway.
The Moment Captured
A fellow passenger filmed the scene. The clip shows the boy’s torso sticking out, the car cruising down the highway, and the crew joking that the “big kid playground” was practically a death‑trap. Their laughter hit a screeching halt when reality set in: the boy hit the sign, collapsed, and when the car’s driver later tried to call for help, the whole thing had already ended.
Reactions & Updates
- Immediate News: Chinese portal The Paper.cn confirmed the boy died at the scene.
- Ongoing Inquiry: Authorities are still looking into the incident.
- Public Spotlight: The video has spread across social media, stirring shock and sadness.
Not a New Story
Last December, a similar clip from a child in Singapore—chasing a breeze over Boxley Road—sparked a debate offline. Some praised the carefree joy; others warned of the serious risks. That episode remains a cautionary note about the fine line between thrill and danger.
Bottom Line
While the instinct to find fun in the open road is natural, this tragedy starkly reminds us that the highway can suddenly turn from playground to peril. Safety should always be the first headline.
