On CCTV: Mother and son dramatically rescued after sinkhole swallows them | On trend

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CCTV footage captures the horror

Just as the boy got out of the car, the paving stones beneath them crumbled, forming a huge pit. In a heartbreaking move, the mother jumped into the crater to save her son. Eyewitnesses noted that the collapse occurred without warning and onlookers were stunned by the suddenness of the event.

The harrowing moments were captured on nearby CCTV cameras and showed the mother in distress as she watched her child disappear into the yawning chasm. The dramatic footage shows the chaos that ensued as passers-by rushed to help.

Watch the shocking clip here:

Minor injuries, major damage

Despite the shocking nature of the incident, local news reports indicate that neither the mother nor her son suffered serious injuries. However, the vehicle they were in sustained significant damage as it was partially swallowed by the road opening. Emergency services, including police and firefighters, rushed to the scene to provide immediate assistance. The mother received medical care at the scene but did not require hospitalization.

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Investigations initiated

Following this frightening incident, authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the road collapse. Initial reports indicate the incident may have been due to erosion on a utility pipe, compounded by the combined weight of the parked car and garbage truck. As the investigation progresses, Bucharest residents are shocked and wondering how such a dangerous situation could have arisen without warning.