Today, while in a parking lot, I accidentally cut someone off out of pure nervousness, as I'm a new driver. I got out of my car to apologize, and they responded by beating me and my car to a pulp with a baseball bat. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I was driving around a parking lot, looking for an empty spot. Someone was backing out a bit too quickly as I was about to pass by, so I honked to announce myself. The driver instead panicked and reversed into my front bumper. FML
Today, as I was sitting in my car in a mall parking lot, an old couple got into their new van and backed right into me. The man got out and in broken english decided it was no big deal. He turned to leave and tried to pat my back, but smacked my ass instead. I was hit by a car, and spanked for it. FML
Today, while driving, I got a call on my cell phone. Trying to be safe and avoid an accident, I pulled into the nearest parking lot before answering. While I was turning in to park, someone rear-ended me. FML
Today, while driving into work, a guy cut me off and I yelled some nasty things out of my window at him. He heard me, followed me to work, took a baseball bat out and then chased me into the office. He also smashed my windshield on his way out. FML
Today, I met my new neighbors when they backed into my parked car. FML
Today, I accidentally hit someone's car while in the supermarket car park. I left a note, went shopping, and when I came back my windows were shattered, my tires were slashed, and "FUCK YOU" was written on my windshield. FML
Today, I was hit by a car in a parking lot. The person sped off; I broke three ribs. My parents screamed at me for not getting the driver's info. FML
Today, I parked my car on the street late at night, when I was distracted by a text message. Some guy then gets in my passenger side. Panicked, thinking I was being robbed, I bolt out of my car bruising my head and dropping my phone onto the pavement. The guy meant to get in the car behind me. FML
Today, I was driving when a couple flipped the bird on me before cutting me off, so I flipped them off back. After they'd got away, another driver thought I'd actually been flipping him off and followed me into a parking lot. This guy was huge, and let’s just say he didn’t give me a chance to explain myself. FML
Today, I decided to be a good driver and not run through the yellow light. As soon as I stopped my car another came and rear-ended me. The guy told me to go in the parking lot so we can exchange information. So I drove into the parking lot, I turned my head and watched him drive away. FML
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Ashtro 11
If they assaulted you and your car, you have a right to press charges over that, I believe. Sorry that happened OP...
whiskey'swino 15
Definitely report that to the police and to your insurance. That is a rough way to be welcomed into the not-so-wonderful world of driving.
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Comments (17)
ChromoTec 24
How could that happen? Nobody in their right mind would be stupid enough to carry a baseball bat in their car! Sorry you met that ONE person we all hate, OP.
Stephanie Claire 12
Is this serious? Why would you not have something you could use as a weapon in your car? I live in Montana, we all have guns
raven_of_azarath 35
And why is having a baseball bat in their car stupid? It’s a common alternative to a gun, and equipment for an extremely common kids sport.
alycion 39
I kept one in my car when I was working in news. We had a lot of break ins and muggings in the parking lot. And walking to and from my car in the middle of the night solo just seemed stupid.
Ashtro 11
If they assaulted you and your car, you have a right to press charges over that, I believe. Sorry that happened OP...
whiskey'swino 15
Definitely report that to the police and to your insurance. That is a rough way to be welcomed into the not-so-wonderful world of driving.
RichardPencil 32
They probably thought you were a carjacker. In this context, getting out of your car is an inappropriately aggressive move. Stick to Uber and buses until you learn road etiquette.
Jenn Em 2
People learn through experience. The more this person drives, the better aquainted they will be with the road, and driving etiquette 😬🙃
Eivana 37
People are impatient pricks, OP. At least you tried to apologize. That's more than most people would do. Don't let this discourage you from driving.
Takegami 22
What goes around comes around OP Next time you’ll see him and his car in a ditch
acmariner99 25
Stating the obvious, that’s a crime.
Ledzepisrovering 2
I'm sorry to hear OP. One time on my way to Chick Fil A, I realised that I parked in the 3-5 minute pick up spot. There was an SUV behind me just standing in the middle of the road/parking lot. I waited for a bit but the person just had their emergency lights on and not moving or anything. Finally, I got out of my space and moved to the closest spot available. As I parked, the person started honking but I ignored it cause I didn't see anything except for them parking up front, closer to the stores. I am gathering all my things to go eat and when I get out, this lady gets out of her SUV. She starts throwing hands and cussing at me about how I stole her spot after I parked in the wrong place. I said I am sorry, I didn't know she was going to park there and calling me a dumbass and racist. Finally, she went somewhere but I made sure to take her license plate and eat where I can see both cars. I am sorry you had to experience that because some drivers are just too aggressive
WHSKitty4ever 23
I hope you called the police and filed a criminal complaint
Nhayaa 21
I wonder if all the dickheads hitting "YDI" carry a bat in their car as well... I mean, you HAVE to be one of those to think that it's ok to bit anyone for a reason like this. For any reason actually. My faith in humanity decreases everyday...