Child Dies, Mother Critically Injured in Panama Pedestrian Accident

A tragic accident took place on June 3, 2025, in Panama's Corredor de los Pobres, claiming the life of a four-year-old child and leaving his mother critically injured. The family was struck by a vehicle while crossing a pedestrian crossing equipped with a traffic signal and crosswalk. One local resident stated, "When the light is red, drivers should respect the signal, but they often don't." Authorities reported 32 pedestrian accidents and 14 hit-and-runs in the area recently. This underscores the need for increased safety measures in the Corredor de los Pobres to prevent future tragedies. Authorities are increasing patrols and monitoring vehicle speeds in the area.