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Date: July 19, 2025
Location: Saudi Arabia
Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal, known as The Sleeping Prince -has passed away at the age of 36, after spending 20 years in a coma caused by a tragic car accident when he was just 15.
His story is a heartbreaking example of how one moment on the road can change everything, not just for the person involved, but for their entire family.
Who Was the Sleeping Prince?
Born into Saudi Arabia’s royal family, Prince Al Waleed was full of promise and dreams. But in 2005, a high-speed car crash left him unconscious with critical brain injuries and internal bleeding.
Despite all odds, and with the best medical care, prayers, and constant support from his devoted father ,mother and family, Prince Al Waleed remained in a vegetative state for two decades, one of the longest coma cases in medical history.
Why Is This Story So Important?
This is more than just a royal tragedy. It’s a powerful road safety message to you all.
A single mistake behind the wheel, whether from speeding, distraction, or reckless behavior can cause a lifetime of pain.
Prince Al Waleed’s coma shows us that money, medical care, and love cannot undo a single moment’s mistake. His father, mother, and family’s dedication couldn’t bring their beloved son back to the life he once had.
A Father’s Endless Hope
His father, Prince Khaled bin Talal, never gave up. For 20 years, he stood by his son’s bedside, hoping for a miracle. He once dreamed of sending his son to military training to prepare him for the future.
But the tragedy that struck in 2005 ended all those dreams
- Road accidents don’t just kill,it can imprison someone in silence for a lifetime.
- No amount of money, love, or medical care can reverse the damage.
- Parents: Teach your children about responsible driving. Monitor their road behavior. Your guidance can prevent a tragedy.
- Drivers: Every second on the road matters. A careless moment could mean a lifetime in a coma or worse
Safe Driving Is a Lifelong Responsibility
Let this story be a wake-up call not just in Saudi Arabia, but around the world.
“The road doesn’t forgive. The laws of nature are cruel. And time, once lost, never returns.”
Drive Safe. Stay Safe.
@SafeRoadLife
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