Father forgets child at gas station and drives about 140 kilometres without noticing the child's absence
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Father forgets child at gas station and drives about 140 kilometres without noticing the child's absence

Correio da Manhã31 August 2026 at 18:05

The father forgot his child at a gas station and drove about 140 kilometres without noticing the child's absence. The incident occurred when the man stopped at the gas station and, due to negligence, continued driving without his child.

The child was left in the care of authorities after being abandoned at the gas station. The station's staff quickly realized the situation and contacted the relevant authorities to ensure the minor's safety.

The authorities managed to locate the father's vehicle through available identification means. After locating the vehicle, the father was informed that his child remained at the gas station, with the child remaining in the custody of authorities until it was possible to reunite them.

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