Going for a ride

  1. Mike, 21, was crossing a highway in his wheelchair when he became stuck to the front of a semi-truck.
  2. Witnesses said Mike was crossing the street when the traffic light changed.
  3. The truck driver saw the green light, but did not see Mike in front of his truck.
  4. The truck reached fifty miles per hour and pushed Mike for four miles.
  5. At first, the police dispatcher who got the call thought it was a prank.
  6. After being pulled over by the police, the truck driver also didn't believe it.
  7. Surprisingly, Mike was in a calm state after the incident.
  8. He said the only real trouble was that he spilled his soda.
  9. Most traffic accidents don't end well, so everyone was glad Mike was safe.