The North Texas Tollway Authority released footage of a shocking accident that happened on a Dallas highway on March 17, 2011. The rider of the bike, 25-year-old Zacharie Perez, was hit violently by a careless driver from behind while slowing down. As a result of the impact, the motorcyclist was thrown onto another car.
The U.S. Army veteran managed to escape alive from the accident, but sustained several injuries including a broken rib. In a state where helmets are not mandatory for motorcycle drivers, Perez said that wearing it saved his life.
“If I wouldn’t have worn my helmet, I don’t think I’d be here right now. I’d still be in the hospital or I’d probably be dead,” Perez told ABC News. Even though the driver of the car that hit the biker had no license and no insurance, oddly enough, he wasn’t arrested. “It just baffles me…I think he should have got arrested,” Perez added.
Scroll down to see the crash and, if you are a biker, remember to wear all the necessary safety gear when you get out on the road. It can really make the difference between life and death.
By Dan Mihalascu
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