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Driver Hits Bike in Mexico City, Passerbys Prevent His Escape

A video shared by Facebook page Liga Peatonal on Thursday, July 28, that shows a driver hitting a bike has more than 3.3 million views and generated outrage in Mexico City. Cyclist Ari Santillán was riding in a bike lane when a car hit his bike causing moderate damage.

Santillán asked for help from a police officer, and passerbys also stopped to help him. The driver tried to escape and ended on a fight with the police officer.

The video was shared more than 181,000 times. The driver, identified as Alejandro Lleras, is being referred to online as #LordAudi, in a reference to his car’s brand. Mexico City’s Attorney General is investigating the case amid a public outcry over the incident. Credit: Ari Santillán