Toddler Rescued After Being Locked in Vehicle in Phetchabun
Rescue workers successfully freed a 17-month-old boy trapped inside a locked pickup truck near Phu Thap Boek.
On October 26, 2026, rescue volunteers from the Sawang Mongkol Sattha Tham Sathan Foundation in Phetchabun province responded to an emergency call at a convenience store parking lot near the route to Phu Thap Boek in Lom Kao District. A 17-month-old boy had been trapped inside a grey Isuzu four-door pickup truck for approximately 30 minutes.
According to reports from Khaosod Online, the child’s parents had stopped at the location while returning from a trip to Khao Kho. The mother exited the vehicle to shop, while the father stepped out to stretch. During this time, the vehicle’s automatic locking system engaged, trapping the toddler inside. Upon arrival, rescue personnel found the child calm. Using specialized tools, they managed to lower the driver-side window and unlock the door within two minutes. The child was safely reunited with his mother.
This incident serves as a reminder for travelers in Thailand to exercise extreme caution regarding vehicle security systems, especially when children are present. Modern vehicles with automatic locking features can pose significant risks if keys are left inside or if the system engages unexpectedly. While this situation was resolved without injury, it highlights the importance of never leaving children unattended in vehicles, even for short periods. It remains to be confirmed if the vehicle experienced a mechanical malfunction or if the locking mechanism was triggered by human error.
