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The ‘catastrophic’ mistake that left a five-year-old dead

Joseph El Jer pleaded guilty to charges after driving through a partially closed flooded crossing, resulting in a boy's drowning; he received psychological treatment and community service.

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After a happy day at the zoo, Joseph El Jer made the ‘worst decision of his life’. On Friday, a judge revealed his punishment.

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He ignored the road-closed signs, a five-year-old drowned tragically

Western Sydney man's decision to cross flooded creek leads to boy's death. Sentenced for dangerous driving.

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The ‘catastrophic’ mistake that left a five-year-old dead

After a happy day at the zoo, Joseph El Jer made the “worst decision of his life”. On Friday, a judge revealed his punishment.

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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Friday, November 14, 2025.
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