Reckless Motorcycle Driving in Reverse Hits Children in School Zone...Netizens Say "Consider the Driver's Perspective Too"

Whistleblower "Child Deeply Shocked... Also Received Psychiatric Counseling and Treatment"

Photo by YouTube channel 'Han Moon-cheol TV' screen capture.

[Asia Economy Reporter Heo Midam] A controversy has arisen after a motorcycle driving in the wrong direction in a school zone hit a child who suddenly ran onto the road. Some netizens expressed sympathy for the injured child but pointed out that the driver could not avoid the accident due to illegally parked vehicles and other obstacles.

Recently, a video titled "A motorcycle hit our child in a school zone" was uploaded on the YouTube channel 'Han Moon-cheol TV'.

The video shows numerous illegally parked vehicles in the school zone. Pedestrians were passing by the road at the time, and the motorcycle crossed over the center line and collided with a child who suddenly ran onto the road.

The child, who collided head-on with the motorcycle, immediately fell to the ground. Afterwards, the driver helped the child move to the sidewalk. However, it was reported that the child suffered a severe injury to the back of the head and was diagnosed with a two-week recovery period.

The child's parent and the video informant, Mr. A, said, "The accident occurred around 7 p.m. on May 21, and our child is deeply shocked." He added, "It was a school zone, and the other driver was driving in the wrong direction on the opposite lane and hit the child. The 'Min-sik Law' applies in this case."

He continued, "Since the accident, the child has been unable to sleep at night, waking up 7 to 8 times and repeatedly sitting up," and "We are undergoing psychiatric counseling and psychological play therapy at a counseling center."

He said, "The third child was involved in the accident, but the second child, who witnessed it right next to them, is also deeply shocked and is receiving treatment together." He added, "The motorcycle only has liability insurance, and the child is being treated under our own car insurance. We are paying for the counseling center treatment out of pocket."

Mr. A also lamented, "The police officer in charge said that since the perpetrator has no intention to settle, the case will be sent to the prosecution, and the perpetrator will only have to pay a fine. We cannot refuse because of the child's treatment, so we bear all the costs ourselves. I wonder who this law is for; it is difficult as our financial situation is not abundant."

Photo by YouTube channel 'Han Moon Chul TV' screen capture.

Lawyer Han Moon-cheol, who watched the accident video, advised the motorcycle driver, "You could be detained later in court. Go apologize to the child and parents and try to reach a settlement."

He also told the informant, "If it ends with just a fine, it can be frustrating and unfair. You can write a letter (petition) to the judge, get a medical opinion from a doctor, and submit the petition to the prosecutor."

However, netizens who watched the video pointed out that the motorcycle driver was in a situation where avoiding the accident was impossible.

Netizens commented critically, saying, "It's really unfortunate, but if a child runs out like that recklessly, even a motorcycle can't avoid it. Parents need to educate children to always be aware of their surroundings and cross only when safe," "Before discussing the Min-sik Law, illegal parking in school zones should be strictly cracked down on. I don't understand why illegally parked cars are just left there," and "No matter how many times I watch the video, the motorcycle doesn't look that fast, so how could the driver avoid it when the child suddenly ran out like that?"

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