My reading of that is that they mean stopped the progression of the journey rather that made no movement whatsoever.
I agree, it’s poorly worded but I think that’s what they mean.
I also assume a human took over (called the police, moved the car, etc) once it hit the kid.
I agree, it’s poorly worded but I think that’s what they mean.
I also assume a human took over (called the police, moved the car, etc) once it hit the kid.