The Hart Incident refers to a tragic event that occurred in 2018 when a family of six, the Hart family, drove off a cliff in California. The incident resulted in the deaths of Jennifer Hart, Sarah Hart, and three of their adopted children, while the bodies of two other children were never recovered. Investigations revealed that the family had a history of alleged abuse and neglect, raising concerns about the welfare of the children. The incident sparked discussions about child welfare policies and the responsibilities of social services in monitoring at-risk families.