I had no idea Grand Theft Auto was a such a good teaching ad for learning how to drive. Apparently the game meant for adults is able to teach 6 year olds how to get to school. Man, what awesome parenting!

According to the Associated Press:

The boy, whose name wasn’t released, missed the bus, took the keys to his family’s 2005 Ford Taurus and drove nearly six miles toward school while his mother was asleep, police said.
He made at least two 90-degree turns, passed several cars and ran off the rural two-lane road several times before hitting an embankment and utility pole about a mile and a half from school.
The boy told police he learned to drive playing Grand Theft Auto and Monster Truck Jam video games.

This is a terrifying and it’s very lucky the child (or anyone else) was not injured. However, the kids dedication to get to school is commendable. But next time, just ask your neighbor for a ride!

Update: Ted found the news story on youtube!

(via Kotaku)

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