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Toddler dies after mom accidentally struck him with car in Broward driveway, deputies say
By Steven Yablonski at CBS4 Miami
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
A family is grieving the loss of a toddler who was hit and killed by an SUV in his own driveway Monday afternoon. The Broward Sheriff's Office confirmed the child's mother was behind the wheel.BSO identified the victim as 1 1/2-year-old Wilson Mathias Jr.According to the Broward Sheriff's Office, de
Key takeaway According to the Broward Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to reports of a traffic crash with injuries in the 100 block of Allen Road in West Park around 2 p.
Why this matters in The Miami
The tragic loss of 1 1/2-year-old Wilson Mathias Jr. in a West Park driveway serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance around vehicles in Miami -Dade County's neighboring communities. As a major hub for families, the region's residents must be mindful of the inherent dangers that come with motor vehicles, particularly for young children who may not be detected by safety features like backup cameras. Experts like Rachele Solomon of Safe Kids Broward County emphasize the importance of teaching children about safety in and around cars from a very young age. In Miami's own neighborhoods, such as Little Havana and Wynwood, where families often live in close proximity to busy streets, this message is especially relevant. As the community mourns the loss of Wilson Mathias Jr., it is crucial for parents and caregivers to take a proactive approach to ensuring their children's safety, by taking simple yet effective measures like walking around their car to check for children before reversing.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A family is grieving the loss of a toddler who was hit and killed by an SUV in his own driveway Monday afternoon. The Broward Sheriff's Office confirmed the child's mother was behind the wheel.BSO identified the victim as 1 1/2-year-old Wilson Mathias Jr.According to the Broward Sheriff's Office, de
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