Five-year-old boy killed by car while searching for brothers in Cornwall

A five-year-old boy, Dexter Chapman, was hit and killed by a car while reportedly looking for his brothers. The incident occurred on April 25, 2024, in Par, Cornwall. Despite efforts from bystanders and paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene. During the inquest, Dexter's mother described him as a happy child who enjoyed playing outside. On the day of the accident, he had been told to stay in the garden but left to find his brothers, running into the road without realizing the approaching car. The driver of the Ford Fiesta stated he was adhering to the speed limit and could not avoid the collision. The coroner concluded that Dexter likely misjudged the road's dangers and did not see the vehicle before running into its path.