A six-year-old girl was fatally struck by a light commercial vehicle while riding her bicycle in Vișeu de Jos, Maramureș County, Romania on Friday. The driver, reportedly fearing the reaction of local residents, did not remain at the scene. Instead, overwhelmed by the potential for public outrage, the driver immediately went to the local police station to report the accident. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision and the driver’s actions. The incident has deeply shaken the community, and further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses. This tragic event highlights the vulnerability of young cyclists on Romanian roadways. The driver is in police custody as the investigation continues.