Dozing off while returning from the hospital after giving birth 'bang'… The disappearing truck driver who said he was fine
A truck driver who forgave the car owner involved in a drowsy driving accident has become a topic of discussion after sending a late message.
On the 21st of last month, an online automotive community ‘Bobae Dream’ featured a post detailing a recent accident caused by a driver who had just given birth to their second child and was struggling with sleep deprivation.
The author, referred to as A, stated, "(I'm lacking sleep) and my body hurts so much that I've been going to the hospital for a week," adding that they were on their way back from the hospital on the day of the accident.
A continued, "I was drowsy, but it was the usual level of drowsiness I experience while driving. I confirmed the traffic light had turned red and pressed the brakes, but I suddenly blacked out."
A slightly bumped into the truck ahead and immediately got out of the car to apologize and said they would file an insurance claim.
However, the truck driver reassured A, saying, "It was just a slight bump, so it's nothing to worry about," and left the scene calmly, stating, "I'll contact you if anything happens."
Afterward, A sent a message to the truck driver through the phone number they exchanged at the time of the accident, apologizing again by saying, "This is the person who had the minor accident. I made a big mistake while coming back from the hospital, having just given birth a few days ago and lacking sleep."
In response, the truck driver replied, "I'm fine. Don't worry," and sent a thoughtful message wishing A to take care of themselves and drive safely.
Moved by the message from the truck driver, A gifted a gift card worth 50,000 KRW from Paris Baguette.
Not only did the truck driver generously forgive A for the accident, but in response to the gift, they sent a gift icon for two drinks and a cake at a café, leaving a note that said, "I wish you raise your beautiful baby healthily."
Sharing the recent experience, A remarked, "I felt that there are really good people in this tough world," expressing a desire to give back in the same spirit if they ever found themselves in a similar situation.
Internet users who came across this story reacted with comments like, "If there were only heartwarming lives like this, it would be perfect," "I've also let things go like that," and "I hope both the baby will be healthy and that the truck driver will be blessed."
Image source: AI-generated image for understanding the article / Bing Image Creator, Bobae Dream
