Child Dead After Woman Drives Truck Onto Soccer Field

Two people, including a child, were killed Saturday afternoon when a 34-year-old woman drove a truck onto a soccer field in Wichita, Kansas.

Authorities said emergency dispatchers began receiving calls around 3:25 p.m. Central time reporting that a vehicle had driven through a soccer game at Stryker Sports Complex. Police, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene, where two people were pronounced dead—a child and an adult. 

“The vehicle involved in this incident remained at the scene and the driver of that vehicle is currently in our custody. There is no additional ongoing threat to the public from that driver,” said Wichita Police Captain Aaron Moses at a press conference. “Our officers along with law enforcement from the area, wichita fire department, and Sedgwick County EMS responded to the scene,” he added. 

Eleven other people were taken to area hospitals. Ten suffered traumatic injuries ranging from bruises to severe injuries, though authorities said none were believed to be life-threatening. The injured included two 5-year-olds, two 8-year-olds, and a 9-year-old girl. Authorities believe the driver had a child playing soccer elsewhere at the complex. “We believe that she had a child who was playing soccer here today, but not on that field,” Moses added. Moses said the woman was “cooperative” with investigators as they worked to determine a motive. 

“We have a really good idea of what happened. What we’re working to do now is do the investigation to determine how it happened and why,” Moses said. “We know people want the answers to those questions. We also need to determine the answer to those questions.”

Bystanders pulled the woman from the truck. Two children were reportedly in the backseat.

Wichita police urged anyone with video from the incident to submit tips through its website. “We are seeking any video related to the tragic incident that occurred at the Stryker Sports Complex on October 17, 2026.” the police department said. “Even if you think it might be insignificant, please upload it at the link provided or scan the QR code.” 

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly said she was closely monitoring the situation and offered condolences to the victims and their families. “I am very grateful to the first responders on the scene today,” she added.

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