Video! Pingtung motorcyclist crashes into meatball shop, falls to the ground; shop owner exclaims 'I really need to go get my spirit soothed'
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A 58-year-old motorcyclist in Pingtung, Taiwan, crashed into a streetlight and then a "meatball" shop after losing control.
- The rider was thrown from his motorcycle and landed in front of the shop, also hitting parked scooters.
- The rider sustained a fractured right leg, but was otherwise reported to be in stable condition; the shop owner was startled by the incident.
A startling accident occurred in Pingtung City, Taiwan, when a motorcyclist collided with a streetlight and subsequently crashed into a local "meatball" shop. The 58-year-old rider, identified by the surname Gong, was reportedly traveling west on Dalian Road when he lost control of his vehicle. The impact sent him flying from his motorcycle, and he landed in front of the eatery, also striking several parked scooters.
Staff at the meatball shop were in the process of serving customers when the loud crash occurred. They rushed out to find the rider on the ground. The incident was captured on video and shared on the social media platform Threads, where it quickly gained attention. The shop owner expressed shock, humorously stating, "I really need to go get my spirit soothed." The video has garnered over ten thousand views.
Fortunately, the rider sustained only a fractured right leg and was otherwise reported to be unharmed. Police are investigating the exact cause of the accident, which occurred around 10:38 AM on July 4th. Authorities are urging drivers to maintain good spirits and stay alert to ensure their safety and that of others on the road. The shop, incidentally, was praised by netizens for its delicious meatballs.
I really need to go get my spirit soothed.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.