On the morning of 28/5, a man was walking home from a friend's house on a street in Guangdong, engaged in a phone conversation. A few dozen meters away, an Audi made an illegal U-turn, forcing the driver of a straight-moving Porsche to swerve sharply to avoid a collision.
The Porsche, now out of control, veered directly towards the man on the sidewalk. Startled, he quickly leaped aside as the car narrowly missed him, brushing past just behind him.
The man stood frozen for a few seconds, seemingly unable to fully process what had just occurred. As the realization of the danger sank in, he collapsed to the ground.
According to police, the Audi's illegal U-turn was the primary cause of the incident. However, the Porsche driver also bore some responsibility.
The incident's main talking point, however, became the man's narrow escape. Many observers suggested that if he had been distracted by his phone or wearing headphones, he might not have perceived the immediate danger, potentially leading to a tragic outcome.
While walking on a sidewalk is generally safer than driving, the widespread distraction caused by screens in modern life poses unforeseen risks for pedestrians. Being engrossed in a device, even when walking, can lead to serious consequences.
Ultimately, the man's quick reflexes and decisive jump averted a potentially fatal situation.
My Anh (according to Sina)
