Overview

• A 4-year-old boy suffered fatal cranial trauma after falling from a bike on a steep garage access ramp in Barletta's zona 167 on May 5, 2025.
• Authorities are investigating whether the child was riding independently or seated on his father's electric-assisted bike during the accident.
• The boy was likely not wearing a protective helmet at the time, raising questions about compliance with Italian child safety laws.
• Police have seized the electric bike and are examining witness accounts to determine the circumstances and potential responsibility of the father.
• The Procura di Trani is overseeing the investigation, with a focus on safety practices and accident dynamics on the steep descent.