Local Resident Suffers Broken Ribs, Back After Being Brutally Attacked by Mob of Bicyclists
A shocking incident in Santa Clara has left a local driver with severe injuries, including broken ribs and a fractured back, after being brutally assaulted by a mob of bicyclists. The attack occurred following an accident involving one of the cyclists, which allegedly involved an e-bike running a red light.
According to eyewitness accounts, John Hidalgo's car was hit from behind by someone on an e-bike who ran a red light. However, it was not just the initial incident that left Hidalgo severely injured. A group of bicyclists arrived shortly after and allegedly blamed him for the accident, leading to a violent mob attack.
The video footage obtained by local authorities shows the group brutally beating, kicking, and jumping on Hidalgo, as well as destroying his car. Hidalgo described the incident as "unbelievable" and said he was fighting for his life, with no time to think or react.
This incident highlights a growing trend of "ride outs," where large groups of cyclists gather to ride through city streets, often doing reckless stunts and putting themselves and others at risk. The behavior has been reported in other areas as well, including near San Francisco's Aquatic Park, where a man was attacked by young bicyclists after he asked them to slow down.
The Santa Clara Police Department is investigating the incident and urging witnesses or anyone with evidence to come forward. The department is also calling for stricter measures to regulate e-bikes and prevent such incidents in the future.
As one victim of this trend put it, "We see these kids all the time swerving into traffic, swerving on the sidewalks, trying to hit people. We got to put a stop to it." The community is left to wonder how many more innocent lives will be affected by this reckless behavior before something is done to address it.
The rise of e-bikes and "ride outs" has raised serious concerns about safety, with some calling for legislation to restrict e-bike speed. However, the incidents are not just limited to e-bikes; traditional bicycles have also been involved in violent attacks on unsuspecting victims.
As one victim so poignantly put it, "It's disheartening when you think about innocent people getting affected by this." The authorities must take immediate action to address this growing trend and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
A shocking incident in Santa Clara has left a local driver with severe injuries, including broken ribs and a fractured back, after being brutally assaulted by a mob of bicyclists. The attack occurred following an accident involving one of the cyclists, which allegedly involved an e-bike running a red light.
According to eyewitness accounts, John Hidalgo's car was hit from behind by someone on an e-bike who ran a red light. However, it was not just the initial incident that left Hidalgo severely injured. A group of bicyclists arrived shortly after and allegedly blamed him for the accident, leading to a violent mob attack.
The video footage obtained by local authorities shows the group brutally beating, kicking, and jumping on Hidalgo, as well as destroying his car. Hidalgo described the incident as "unbelievable" and said he was fighting for his life, with no time to think or react.
This incident highlights a growing trend of "ride outs," where large groups of cyclists gather to ride through city streets, often doing reckless stunts and putting themselves and others at risk. The behavior has been reported in other areas as well, including near San Francisco's Aquatic Park, where a man was attacked by young bicyclists after he asked them to slow down.
The Santa Clara Police Department is investigating the incident and urging witnesses or anyone with evidence to come forward. The department is also calling for stricter measures to regulate e-bikes and prevent such incidents in the future.
As one victim of this trend put it, "We see these kids all the time swerving into traffic, swerving on the sidewalks, trying to hit people. We got to put a stop to it." The community is left to wonder how many more innocent lives will be affected by this reckless behavior before something is done to address it.
The rise of e-bikes and "ride outs" has raised serious concerns about safety, with some calling for legislation to restrict e-bike speed. However, the incidents are not just limited to e-bikes; traditional bicycles have also been involved in violent attacks on unsuspecting victims.
As one victim so poignantly put it, "It's disheartening when you think about innocent people getting affected by this." The authorities must take immediate action to address this growing trend and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
he was just driving 2 work n then BAM! some e-bike runs a red light n hits him from behind. but thats not even the worst part - some group of bicyclists gets all angry n starts attacking him & destroying his car 
i mean, wut r they even thinking? he didn't do anything 2 them! 
anyhoo, i heard it's a big problem now in santa clara with these "ride outs" where people gather 2 ride recklessly thru the city. ugh, its so sad 4 john & all the others who got hurt. we need 2 do somethin about it ASAP 
Those cyclists who run red lights and then attack innocent drivers are just putting lives at risk! 
It's not okay to blame the driver for someone else's reckless behavior. The fact that this group of cyclists was going around doing stunts on the road is just crazy 
We need stricter regulations on e-bikes and more accountability for those who break the rules. I feel so bad for John Hidalgo, he didn't deserve to be attacked like that 
This incident is absolutely horrific, I mean who would expect to be attacked by a mob of bicyclists? It's like they were fueled by anger and a desire for chaos 
. It's not just about his physical injuries, it's about the emotional toll this must have taken on him too 
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. It's clear that they're not just victims, but also lawbreakers who are putting themselves and others in harm's way. We need to hold them accountable for their actions and make sure they face justice 
. This incident highlights how quickly things can escalate when we let our emotions get the better of us 
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I'm still trying to wrap my head around this crazy incident in Santa Clara. 
That's just unacceptable! The fact that they were doing reckless stunts and putting themselves and others at risk is just ridiculous. And what really gets me is how they're blaming the victim for something that wasn't even his fault 
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Can we please just get some stricter regulations in place to prevent this kind of behavior? I mean, it's not rocket science – if you're going to ride an e-bike or a traditional bike, follow the rules and be aware of your surroundings. It's that simple! 
like, how can u be in a hurry and hit someone? it's just not right 
. These kids need to learn that just because you can ride fast and do cool tricks doesn't mean you have the right to put yourself and others in danger. I'm all for safety measures, but at the same time, we don't want to restrict freedom too much, you know? 
. Maybe some more bike lanes or designated areas for e-bikes? Something needs to change before someone else gets hurt 
It's not like cyclists are the only ones with a right to safety on the roads. And what's up with these "ride outs" anyway? Are they trying to recreate that Wild One movie vibe or something? 
The fact is, it's just plain reckless and someone needs to do something about it. I'm all for responsible cycling, but come on guys, use your lights and follow the rules like everyone else! 
i mean, what happened to common sense? 
they're like a gang on wheels, targeting innocent people for their own reckless stunts 
and now someone's seriously hurt 
like he's in a horror movie 
and the fact that e-bikes are even involved is just wild 
each one representing a cyclist who thinks they're above the law 
e-bikes or not, it's still just a vehicle & u gotta respect the law. And what's w/ these "ride outs" anyway? its like they're tryin 2 show off their skills