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Motorcyclist films himself being run over by police while fleeing
An Alabama man, who goes by DancingMoto on social media, filmed the moment he was run over by a police car earlier this week.
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Motorcycle Police Chase Ends in Crash on Wet Highway
A high-speed police pursuit of a motorcyclist on a rain-soaked highway culminated in a dramatic crash yesterday, leaving the rider injured and highlighting the severe risks associated with evading law enforcement. The incident, captured from the motorcyclist's own perspective via a helmet-mounted camera, provides a visceral account of the dangerous encounter. The footage shows a police vehicle, identifiable by its activated emergency lights, initiating a chase on a highway visibly slick from heavy rainfall. Despite the treacherous wet road conditions, which significantly reduce tire grip and braking effectiveness, the motorcyclist reportedly continued to evade authorities, navigating through other vehicles at speeds deemed unsafe for the prevailing conditions. The pursuit reached a critical point when the motorcycle, a dark-colored sport bike, appeared to lose control on a curve or during a maneuver. The video abruptly shifts as the rider is violently thrown from the bike, landing in the grassy median adjacent to the highway. Immediate audio from the scene captures the rider groaning in pain, indicating significant injury. Law enforcement officers, who had been in close pursuit, swiftly arrived at the crash site to secure the area and assess the rider's condition. "Just pull over. It isn't worth your life," an online commentator on the video stated, reflecting a common sentiment regarding such dangerous evasions. This incident underscores the inherent dangers of attempting to flee law enforcement, particularly under adverse weather conditions, and serves as a stark reminder of the potential for severe and immediate consequences for both individuals involved and the broader public safety. Authorities have not yet released details on the rider's identity or the full extent of their injuries.
