BelkaCar, the car-sharing service, is actively reviewing a troubling incident in which a syringe was found inside a vehicle after a ride with a child aboard. According to the company’s press service, the incident is under careful investigation and the organization is maintaining direct contact with the family who used the car during the trip. The statement from BelkaCar emphasizes that every measure is being taken to determine how the syringe ended up in the vehicle and to protect the safety of all customers moving forward.
During the inquiry, BelkaCar confirmed it is in touch with the user who rented the car to understand the sequence of events and to gather any additional details that could shed light on the situation. The company pledged transparency as the investigation progresses, aiming to provide clear information to the public while respecting the privacy of those involved.
In the public record, a report from Life referenced an incident described by Shot about a 10-year-old schoolgirl in Moscow’s Krylatsky district who reportedly suffered while traveling with her parents in a rideshare vehicle. The report describes a moment of sudden pain when the girl exited the car, reporting a sharp pain in her leg and observing bleeding from the lower leg area. The family recounted that the father inspected the seating area and discovered an open syringe containing a light beige liquid protruding between the back seats of the car. This discovery raised concerns about the safety of shared transportation options and prompted discussions about potential safety protocols for ride-hailing services in urban environments.
The incident has sparked broader conversations about child safety in shared mobility, accelerating calls for stricter screening, routine vehicle inspections, and enhanced reporting mechanisms for customers who encounter suspicious or hazardous objects during rides. Authorities and service providers have been urged to review cleaning and safety check procedures, ensuring that vehicles are thoroughly inspected between rides, especially when young passengers are involved. The persistence of such reports underscores the importance of clear emergency procedures, easy reporting channels, and rapid collaboration between service operators, law enforcement, and families who rely on ride-hailing services for daily transportation. These discussions are not isolated to one city or country; they reflect a coordinated effort across urban centers to safeguard children and reassure parents that shared mobility remains a safe option. [Source attribution: Life and Shot reports as cited by local outlets]
Additionally, authorities in Kemerovo reported an unrelated incident at a children’s playground involving a syringe with blood, described as part of a hazardous game. While this event appears separate from the ride-sharing case, it has contributed to ongoing concerns about safety in public spaces and the importance of vigilant supervision for children during outdoor activities. Local officials have reiterated public safety advisories and reinforced the need for prompt reporting of any dangerous objects to help prevent harm. [Citation: local safety briefings]