On Friday, September 11, a 9-year-old child was discovered driving a car in Marseille, according to local law enforcement, as reported on their X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, September 17. The incident occurred when the vehicle, a German-made sport utility vehicle (SUV), was stopped by motorcycle police for driving erratically, weaving between traffic, and nearly colliding with several parked cars. The situation raised immediate concerns about the safety of the young driver and other road users. According to the National Police of the Bouches-du-Rhône region, the child was not wearing a seatbelt and was operating the vehicle. The child’s father was also in the car, holding the steering wheel beside him, while another child was sitting on the 9-year-old’s lap. This unusual and dangerous scenario highlights the potential risks of allowing minors to operate vehicles, even with adult supervision. French law strictly prohibits children under the age of 13 from driving a vehicle, and adults are legally responsible for ensuring the safety of minors in such situations. The father has been formally summoned by the authorities to appear before the justice system, as per the procedures outlined by local law enforcement. This incident has sparked discussions about child safety and the enforcement of traffic laws in France. Authorities are reminding the public of the importance of adhering to legal regulations to prevent similar occurrences and protect both children and other drivers on the road.