A family outing to Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother (QEQM) Hospital in Margate ended in unimaginable heartbreak on August 7, 2025. Four-year-old Zaahir Jan was fatally struck by a white single-decker bus just moments after visiting his beloved grandmother.
The accident occurred shortly after 4 p.m. near the A&E entrance on Ramsgate Road. Witnesses recall a sudden, terrifying scene — screeching brakes, frantic shouts, and the horrifying sight of a young boy caught in the chaos. Emergency teams rushed Zaahir back inside the hospital, but despite their desperate efforts, he was pronounced dead soon after.
Kent Police confirmed that Zaahir’s next of kin were informed immediately, with officers arriving swiftly at the scene following reports of the collision. The community is left in shock, mourning the loss of a vibrant little boy who was known for his infectious energy, charm, and a smile that could light up any room.
Zaahir was the youngest of five siblings, and his death compounds the family’s grief, coming just six days after they lost his cousin’s mother. One cousin described enduring both losses in the same week as “unbearable.”
Azaria, Zaahir’s mother, shared her heartbreak in a poignant GoFundMe appeal, describing her son as “our sweet, funny boy with a cheeky smile that could fill anyone’s heart.” She mourned the pain of never again holding or hearing her beloved child.
The fundraiser, which also supports the cousin’s family funeral expenses, has received overwhelming support, as tributes pour in from friends, neighbors, and strangers alike. Photos and fond memories of Zaahir’s joyful spirit have flooded social media, honoring the brief but beautiful life he lived.
Kent Police are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward as they continue investigating this devastating tragedy. Outside QEQM Hospital, the quiet is heavy — a painful reminder of the absence of a little boy’s laughter that once filled the air.