A terrifying incident unfolded in Bucharest, Romania, when a mother and her five-year-old son were swallowed by a massive crater after the road beneath them collapsed. According to the Daily Mail, the 43-year-old woman was dropping her child at kindergarten when the ground unexpectedly gave way, plunging them into the hole.
Captured on CCTV
As soon as the boy stepped out of the car, the cobblestones beneath them gave way, forming a large pit. In a desperate attempt to save her son, the mother jumped into the crater. Onlookers were left in shock as the collapse occurred without any warning.
The entire incident was caught on nearby CCTV, showing the mother in visible distress as her son disappeared into the crater. Bystanders quickly rushed to help, creating a scene of chaos as they tried to rescue the pair.
Watch the shocking clip here:
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Injuries and Damage
Despite the terrifying nature of the event, local news outlets reported that neither the mother nor her son sustained serious injuries. However, their car, which was partially swallowed by the hole, suffered significant damage. Emergency personnel, including police and firefighters, quickly arrived to offer assistance. While the mother received medical attention at the scene, she did not need to be taken to the hospital.
Authorities Investigate
Authorities have since launched an investigation to determine the cause of the road collapse. Early reports suggest that erosion related to a utility pipe, combined with the weight of the parked car and a bin lorry, may have contributed to the collapse. As the investigation continues, residents of Bucharest are left stunned, wondering how such a dangerous incident could happen so suddenly.
