"Still Worth Living in the World" Motorcycle Rider Crushed Under Sudden Left-Turn Vehicle... Citizens Rush to Rescue

Dozens of Citizens Lift Vehicle to Rescue Motorcycle Rider

A traffic accident that occurred near Sinnonhyeon Station intersection in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 29th of last month / Photo by Han Moon-cheol TV, YouTube capture

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Juhyung] A video showing dozens of bystanders rushing to rescue a motorcycle rider who was crushed by an SUV has touched many hearts.

On the 7th, a traffic accident video that occurred around 12 PM on the 29th of last month near Sinnonhyeon Station intersection in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, was reported on the YouTube channel 'Han Moon-cheol TV.'

The person who shared the video explained the situation, saying, "A friend I know was riding a bike in downtown Gangnam when the accident happened. The motorcycle rider was going straight in the 3rd lane, and a white SUV traveling straight in the 5th lane suddenly attempted a left turn, dragging the rider under the car."

According to the reporter, the motorcycle rider sustained injuries to ligaments and other body parts from the accident and was diagnosed with a 10-week recovery period. He was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital for treatment.

In the video shared by the reporter, the SUV turns left in front of a crosswalk, causing the motorcycle rider to stagger and fall. The fallen rider on the ground appeared to be in a dangerous situation where he could have been run over by the car's wheels.

Several citizens rushing to rescue a motorcyclist trapped under an SUV / Photo by Han Moon-cheol TV on YouTube capture

Regarding this, the reporter explained, "He was not run over by the wheels, but he was dragged while trapped under the car."

At that moment, citizens nearby rushed to rescue the motorcycle rider. About 20 to 30 people near the crosswalk ran to the accident scene within approximately 30 seconds after the accident. According to the reporter, they slightly lifted the vehicle to pull the rider out.

Netizens who watched the video praised the altruistic actions of the citizens. One netizen commented, "Isn't this proof that the world is still worth living in? Each person in the video is a hero." Another said, "Suddenly turning left from the 5th lane was really dangerous," but added, "Thanks to the brave citizens, it seems they were able to prevent a bigger disaster."

A lawyer commented on the accident, saying, "I applaud the citizens who lifted the car to rescue the victim," and added, "(Since the SUV turned left during a simultaneous straight-left signal, it is not a traffic violation, and if there is no left turn prohibition sign, it is not a disobedience of instructions, so it will likely be resolved through comprehensive insurance.)"

He also advised, "Check whether there are serious injuries to decide on whether to pursue litigation."

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