🚔 Child rescued from locked car in Cayman Islands

The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) has issued a warning to the public not to leave children or pets unattended in vehicles, following an incident where a young child was locked in a car. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon outside a business in West Bay. The police were called to the scene, where they spoke to the parent who requested help to gain access to the vehicle. The officers broke one of the windows, allowing the parent to retrieve the child who appeared to be in good health. 🚨

The police have stated that this incident appears to have been caused by a mechanical failure of the vehicle. However, they are using this opportunity to remind caregivers not to leave children and pets in vehicles unattended, even for short periods. They suggest keeping an essential item, such as a phone, wallet or purse, in the back seat next to the child or pet as a reminder. The RCIPS stressed that while it may seem safe to leave children or pets in a vehicle with the AC running, unforeseen circumstances can occur, so it's best to avoid the risks altogether. 🚗