On Tuesday, August 20, 2013, a British tourist was run over
by a taxicab driver severing her leg. The accident first started due to a road
rage incident between the taxicab driver and a cycling messenger. The 23
year-old was enjoying a hot dog by a fountain near the Rockefeller center on the
first day of her vacation. That is when the taxicab driver accelerated during
his road rage and ran over the young lady.
Witnesses of the accident came to help save her from a
plumber to a hotdog stand worker. The plumber used his belt as a tourniquet to
save her life while the hotdog stand owner put her foot into a bucket of ice.
Television’s Dr. Oz came to the rescue as well and rushed to her aid. During the
entire accident, the woman was conscious, but unable to speak. Half of her leg
is missing while the other is mangled. Doctors worked desperately to reattach
the leg, but were unable to.
According to the bicyclist, the accident occurred due to a
road rage spat. Moments prior to the accident, the bicyclist reported telling
the cab driver to slow down. Then the cab driver accelerated and the bicyclist
landed onto of the cab and the cab rammed into the woman after losing control. The
cab driver’s story conflicts with the bicycle rider. However, the cab driver
has a history of driving violations and tickets.
The Dangers of Road
Rage Accidents
Road rage incidents like the one described above can lead to
accidents and injuries for innocent pedestrians and motorists nearby. When people
are enraged, they are unable to think clearly and make aggressive decisions. It
is best to always keep your calm while driving and refrain from doing anything you
may regret.
Speak to a Personal
Injury Attorney
If you or someone you know was injured in an accident by a road rage driver, contact a personal injury attorney immediately. A personal injury attorney will work to earn you monetary compensation for your pain and suffering
caused by the accident. Contact us today for a free review.
