Udon thani: A sixth-grade student who was struck by a pickup truck at a school in Udon Thani is now safe, following a visit from the provincial governor. The governor emphasized the implementation of strict safety measures to prevent future occurrences of similar incidents. The student, who sustained a fractured pelvis, is currently recovering.
According to Thai News Agency, the incident unfolded at a well-known school in Udon Thani province when the husband of a teacher accidentally ran over the student while the child was waiting for his parents after school. The accident took place on the school's sports field on the evening of August 18th. The student's parents, concerned about receiving justice, filed a complaint with the media.
In a gesture of support, the Governor of Udon Thani Province, accompanied by the school director, visited the injured student and presented a gift basket to the family. The governor instructed school administrators to enhance safety measures concerning school transportation. Medical professionals have noted improvements in the student's condition, both physically and mentally, due to the care provided by his family and medical team.
The school director assured the parents that during the student's recovery, teachers would provide lessons and worksheets to keep the student on track with his peers. The director also emphasized that the responsible party has acknowledged their fault and is committed to taking full responsibility. The police have yet to file charges, pending the student's ongoing treatment. Should the case extend beyond 22 days, charges of reckless driving causing serious injury will be considered.
The student's mother has confirmed her child's stable condition and stated that doctors anticipate three weeks of recovery time for the pelvic bone to heal naturally. The party responsible has agreed to offer full care and compensation and has issued an apology. The mother expressed no intent to pursue legal action, viewing the incident as an unfortunate accident. She urged schools to adopt rigorous road safety measures on their campuses.
The driver of the pickup truck has taken responsibility for the accident and pledged to provide necessary care and compensation to the injured student. He has publicly apologized and acknowledged that he did not foresee the accident, reiterating his commitment to rectify the situation.