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A New Yorker says he\u2019s \u201cabout to crash out\u201d after discovering his car was sideswiped in a hit-and-run\u2014and the driver left behind nothing but a baffling note and a handful of cash.<\/p>\n
In a viral TikTok, user @trappingfanatic appears to have just stumbled upon the aftermath. His car had clearly sustained a beating: deep scrapes ran along the driver\u2019s side from the back wheel to the front door. Paint was stripped, and panels were dented\u2014the kind of damage that screams side-impact collision.<\/p>\n
The culprit was long gone, but they did leave something: a yellow note stuck to the back of his Mazda<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cSorry I hit your car, I left [$]80. I hope that\u2019s good, sorry!\u201d the note reads. Twenty-dollar bills are visible behind the note.<\/p>\n That was it. No name. No phone number. No explanation.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m about to crash out,\u201d the voiceover in @trappingfanatic\u2019s post says.<\/p>\n In a follow-up video<\/a>, he doubles down on his frustration.<\/p>\n \u201cHe could\u2019ve left at least $250 or a whole $100,\u201d he says. \u201cI don\u2019t understand. He really left $80, bro.\u201d<\/p>\n As of Tuesday morning, his original clip has racked up over 1.9 million views. Viewers are equally appalled by the disappearing act and the laughable payout.<\/p>\n ‘Don\u2019t Get Fooled, Ladies:’ Man Says GMC Quoted Wife $900 to Put $6 Amazon Part Back on Car. He Does It in 1 Second<\/a> If a driver sideswipes your car and takes off, like in @trappingfanatic\u2019s case, there are a few things you should do before losing your cool.<\/p>\n First, make sure you\u2019re safe and they\u2019re not coming back for seconds. Then start documenting<\/a>. Take clear photos of the damage, any debris, skid marks, and the exact location of the accident. Keep anything the driver left behind\u2014yes, even a ridiculous apology note with $80 taped to it.<\/p>\n Contact the police right away and file a report. The more details you can provide about what happened, where it happened, and what you found, the better.<\/p>\n Next contact<\/a> your insurance company, even if you\u2019re not sure whether hit-and-runs are covered under your policy. Your carrier can guide you through the next steps, assess the damage, and help determine liability. They\u2019ll also review any evidence you\u2019ve gathered, including the police report, photos, and videos from the scene.<\/p>\n These cases can get messy fast, and many insurers<\/a> have deadlines for reporting accidents, so don\u2019t delay.<\/p>\n And don\u2019t stress too much about fault, either. If you didn\u2019t cause the crash, you shouldn\u2019t be held responsible. The at-fault driver\u2019s liability insurance should cover vehicle damage and any medical bills. Nearly every state requires drivers to carry some form of liability coverage.<\/p>\n If the damage is serious or if you were injured, it may be worth talking to a lawyer who handles car accidents. An attorney can help you understand your rights, deal with the paperwork, and fight for the compensation you\u2019re owed, even if the other driver is nowhere to be found.<\/p>\n After a car accident, drivers should exchange names, contact info, and insurance details. For extra thoroughness, swapping driver\u2019s license numbers is also a good idea. And no matter who\u2019s at fault, always document the scene by taking photos or video and noting the location, time, and weather.<\/p>\n If you hit a parked car and the other driver isn\u2019t around, legal experts say<\/a> you must leave a note.\u00a0<\/p>\n But not the kind @trappingfanatic got. It should include your name, address, and a brief explanation of what happened.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re driving someone else\u2019s car, include the owner\u2019s information too. It\u2019s also smart to report the incident to the police to protect yourself legally. This makes it much less likely you\u2019ll be charged with a hit-and-run<\/a>, which can be a felony.<\/p>\n \u00a0Many commenters were stunned that the culprit left just $80, especially since the damage to @trappingfanatic\u2019s Mazda likely runs into the thousands. The entire side of his vehicle appears to have been damaged.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u201c80$ try 1800$,\u201d one TikTok user wrote.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u201cAt first I\u2019m like $80 will cover that then it just got worse lol,\u201d another echoed.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s not that ba- OH DAMN,\u201d a third viewer quipped.<\/p>\n To make matters worse, this may have been a new car. On May 22, he posted a TikTok about car shopping.<\/p>\n Some urged him to take immediate action, specifically by calling the police.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u201cDelete, pocket the $80 and file a police report,\u201d one user advised. \u201cI would turn into a detective asking to see street cameras.\u201d<\/p>\n \u00a0\u201cCalling the police immediately and I don\u2019t even play like that,\u201d another said.<\/p>\n \u00a0Others zeroed in on the bafflingly low amount left behind.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u201cThat $80 would have made me more mad,\u201d one man wrote.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cI think buddy forgot a few 0s with that 8,\u201d another joked.<\/p>\n Motor1<\/em> has reached out to @trappingfanatic via a TikTok comment and Instagram direct message. 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