Man gives middle fingers to car after nearly hitting child running across City Hall road
A man was caught on camera flipping off a car after it narrowly avoided hitting a child who suddenly ran across a busy road near St. Andrew’s Cathedral.
Close call outside St. Andrew’s Cathedral
According to the post on the SGRV FRONT MAN’s Facehook page, the incident allegedly occurred on 29 March at 12.33pm, outside St. Andrew’s Cathedral in City Hall.
A dashcam video from a nearby vehicle captured the tense moment as three people — presumably a family — attempted to cross the street.
A man in green and a woman hurried across first, leaving a young girl standing on the roadside, seemingly hesitant for unknown reasons.
Source: SGRV on Facebook
Meanwhile, a black car beside her made a left turn from a road at the cathedral onto St. Andrew’s Road.
She then decided to dash across the road after the two adults, right in front of the car.
Source: SGRV on Facebook
The driver managed to stop the car before a collision occurred while the girl caught up with her presumed parents.
Source: SGRV on Facebook
After reaching the other side, the man in green gave the departing car both of his middle fingers.
Source: SGRV on Facebook
Both parties continued on their separate ways afterwards.
Netizens slam parenst’ reckless behaviour
The viral video sparked debate online, with many netizens criticising the adults for crossing the road without ensuring the child’s safety.
Source: Facebook
One commenter wondered why the man would show such rude behaviour in front of the girl.
Source: Facebook
Another user gave an alternative take on the situation, pointing out that the child would be anxious to catch up to the adults.
“It’s okay for the car to slow down and let the child cross the road first!” They wrote, urging people to give way to each other and be gracious.
Source: Facebook
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Featured image adapted from SGRV on Facebook.
