Toddler crushed to death by goalposts in freak horror incident

Toddler crushed to death by goalposts in freak horror incidentSofia Aparecida Iaciuk, 3, was struck on the head by a loose goalpost, triggering an immediate cardiac arrest. Despite the efforts of paramedics she died of her injuriesCommentsNewsAnders Anglesey News Reporter14:08, 18 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesThe toddler lived in a large Ukrainian community in Brazil(Image: Facebook)A toddler was crushed to death after she was hit by a dislodged goalpost in a freak horror incident.‌Little Sofia Aparecida Iaciuk, 3, had been playing beneath the metal goalposts as other children hung from it. Moments later, the equipment fell on her head, which led her going into immediate cardiac arrest.‌Paramedics rushed to the private school in Prudentopolis, in Brazil's Parana region, in a bid to resuscitate her for about an hour. Tragically, she died as a result of her injuries.‌The local fire department said children had been playing on a court on Thursday afternoon when the incident happened. Forensic officers and police have since started to carry out an investigation at the site.View 2 ImagesDespite paramedics best efforts, Sofia Aparecida Iaciuk died (Image: Facebook)READ MORE: XL bully owner's family abused pensioner's loved ones as he died slowly in hospitalREAD MORE: HMP Berwyn inmate could lose testicle after vicious 'punishment' attack in his cellThe local government of Prudentopolis said in a Facebook post on Friday: "With deep sorrow, we express our condolences for the passing of Sofia Aparecida Iaciuk, aged 3. In this moment of profound sadness, may faith be your refuge and love your strength to carry on. Our prayers are with you."‌Her school added in a heart-breaking statement: "With hearts crushed by grief, we say goodbye to our beautiful student Sofia. We will continue to pray to God for comfort in the hearts of all who have lost her sweet companion."You will always be remembered by us! Our deepest and most sincere condolences...