Viral Video Shows Car Nearly Getting Hit By Lorry At Intersection, M’sians Debate Over Who’s At Fault | WeirdKaya

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14 Feb 2024 • 5:39 PM MYT
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In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to forget the responsibility we carry when behind the wheel.

The recent circulation of a viral TikTok video serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of reckless driving habits, shedding light on the importance of road safety for all.

If this happens, who would you blame?

The video, posted by user Shazzz, quickly garnered over 300k views, showcasing a close call between two vehicles on the road.

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Screenshot via TikTok/@shahcuteee

In the eight-second clip, captioned “If this happens, who would you blame?” viewers are presented with a nail-biting scenario unfolding at a junction during the night.

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Screenshot via TikTok/@shahcuteee

In the footage, a car and a lorry approach the intersection with a green light. However, tension mounts as the car abruptly cuts into the path of the lorry, narrowly avoiding a collision.

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Screenshot via TikTok/@shahcuteee

Fortunately, swift action from the lorry driver prevented a potential disaster, as they honked to alert the car of the dangerous maneuver.

Who’s got the right of way?

Comments on the video offer a mix of opinions. Some argue that the lorry was in the correct lane, designated for straight driving and left turns.

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Screenshot via TikTok/@shahcuteee

Others sarcastically question the legality of the lorry’s position in the right lane, raising doubts about traffic laws.

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Screenshot via TikTok/@shahcuteee

Who do you think is at fault? Let us know in the comments.

Watch the full clip here:


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