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Father punches through car window after young son accidentally locked siblings inside
By Matthew Garcia at WSVN 7 News
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
A normal trip to the store turned into a nightmare after a young boy accidentally locked his siblings inside his father’s car, leading to his father punching through the car window to get them out. Dominique Woods said he and his family had just left church on Sunday when they made a stop at a Walma
Key takeaway Dominique Woods said he and his family had just left church on Sunday when they made a stop at a Walmart in Port St.
Why this matters in The Miami
The harrowing incident in Port St. Lucie serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of heatstroke in vehicles, a risk that is particularly pronounced in Miami 's sweltering climate. As a major hub for families, Miami-Dade County must remain vigilant about the risks of pediatric vehicular heatstroke, especially given Florida's troubling ranking as the second-highest state for such deaths. The fact that a child's body can overheat three to five times faster than an adult's makes every second count in emergency situations like the one Dominique Woods faced. Miami residents, particularly those in densely populated neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, should be aware of the potential for such accidents to occur, even in everyday situations like running errands or attending church. By staying informed and taking preventive measures, families can help prevent similar tragedies from occurring in their own communities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A normal trip to the store turned into a nightmare after a young boy accidentally locked his siblings inside his father’s car, leading to his father punching through the car window to get them out. Dominique Woods said he and his family had just left church on Sunday when they made a stop at a Walma
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