By gurding - 21/06/2015 04:57 - Australia - Burwood

Today, some asshat ran onto the road and tried and jump over my car as I drove by. He didn't make the jump. FML
I agree, your life sucks 28 307
You deserved it 2 062

gurding tells us more.

Oh wow, didn't think this'd get posted... thanks so much for all the support guys! (OP here) Bit of follow up, this happened a few nights ago actually, I was driving through a residential area (lots of trees lining the road). The guy was a teenager, he was doing a 'stunt' while his mates filmed. He ran out from behind a tree, I didn't have enough time to stop completely, but I braked and swerved on instinct. He clipped his leg on the front bumper and rolled over my car, and his friends all bailed. I called the ambulance straight away, they took him to hospital with a broken leg and concussion (he was lucky it was just that). My car isn't in great condition either, he managed to leave a solid dent in my bonnet and crush my windscreen. To be honest, I'm just happy I didn't kill him, but the problem is that laws around here are VERY strict when it comes to these kinds of accidents, so unless I can prove that he was at fault, benefit of the doubt goes towards him if his parents decide to sue. The police who came to the scene were very sympathetic, but there's not much they can do. They're trying to find out who the guy's friends were, so hopefully they get that video evidence. Thanks once again for the support, and I'll give you all an update soon!

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Unfortunately even if it was the pedestrian fault and you did nothing wrong you will still get the full blame for it because it's considered a deadly vehicle and I'm sorry but I do not feel like it should be treated that way ?

That actually differs per country. Over here they managed to change that law. If the vehicle driver can prove beyond any doubt the pedestrian was at fault, the driver will be in the clear...

middlenamefrank 8

Only in Australia. Well, maybe South Africa too.

How many points did you net for nailing his sorry ass?

That's why I have a dashcam mounted in my car.. As sad as it is. But there are so many idiots around

Did he post it on YouTube? Look up the car jumping videos and see if you recognize him. There's lots of pranksters that play that kind of "prank" for fun these days.

This. There was a girl who stole a car and robbed a bank in November 2012 (Hannah Sabata) who proceeded to post about it on YouTube. Nothing surprises any more.

Yes, that's a legitimate insult. It's been used plenty of times before.

ouijacorn 9
jedi_master24 11

I hope they can prove he was an idiot and jumped in front of you.