Driverless Truck Crashes Through Taiwan Restaurant After Rolling Down Highway

A dangerous situation unfolded in Puli, Taiwan, when a small truck, left unattended by its driver, rolled uncontrolled across a busy highway before smashing into a restaurant.

The incident occurred when an Indonesian migrant worker parked the truck outside a convenience store on Taomi Road. He reportedly left the engine running and failed to engage the parking brake on a slight incline. The vehicle began to slowly slide forward, eventually crossing the four-lane Zhongtan Highway.

Oncoming vehicles on the highway had to take evasive action to avoid a collision with the runaway truck. The truck continued its uncontrolled journey until it crashed into the exterior wall of the "Mei Mama" rural cuisine restaurant, causing damage to the metal siding and breaking windows. Patrons seated near the window were startled, and one customer suffered minor cuts from shattered glass.

Police confirmed that the 44-year-old Indonesian man is an undocumented migrant worker. He tested negative for alcohol and drug impairment. He stated that the truck belonged to his employer's wife. Authorities are investigating the incident and have transferred the man to the immigration agency for further processing under immigration and employment laws.

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Almost hit by 2 meters, the guests were cut by broken glass!