Reality TV Star Claims Near-Fatal Road Rage Incident
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
Shaked Biton, a participant in the reality show "Love After First Sight," claims he was involved in a dangerous road incident on Highway 4. After his car was hit and the other vehicle fled, Biton alleges the occupants approached him threateningly. He stated he had to improvise by claiming to be a police officer until authorities arrived nearly an hour later. Biton is now dealing with the damage and expenses, noting the offending vehicle lacked insurance, and used the incident to criticize perceived governance issues and the need for safety on roads.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Shaked Biton, from "Love After First Sight," alleges a road rage incident where his car was hit and occupants threatened him.
- Biton claims he had to improvise by pretending to be a police officer until authorities arrived.
- He reported a nearly hour-long wait for police while the alleged aggressors remained nearby.
- The offending vehicle reportedly lacked insurance, leaving Biton to handle damages and costs.
- Biton used the incident to criticize perceived lack of governance and call for safety on roads.
Shaked Biton, a participant in the reality show "Love After First Sight," alleges he was involved in a dangerous road incident on Highway 4 that escalated into a threatening confrontation. In a social media post, Biton recounted that a vehicle struck his car and fled the scene. He claims that subsequently, occupants of the fleeing vehicle approached him in a manner he perceived as threatening. Biton stated he had to improvise to ensure his safety until police arrived, writing, "The people in the picture almost killed me." He explained that while driving north on Highway 4 towards Tel Aviv, he noticed two Toyota Corollas. He reported that one of the Corollas then "entered" his vehicle, narrowly avoiding a more severe accident. Biton estimated the vehicles were traveling at least 180 kph.
According to Biton's account, the drivers did not stop after the collision. He followed them until they pulled over, at which point he observed one of the individuals conceal an object under his shirt. Biton then described several men exiting the car and advancing towards him, prompting him to shout that he was a police officer in an attempt to de-escalate the situation. Simultaneously, he contacted the police and waited for their arrival.
Biton reported a nearly hour-long wait for police, during which the men allegedly remained nearby, shouting curses and threats. He shared a video clip of himself shouting "I am a police officer" while awaiting assistance. Biton criticized the situation, stating, "This is how a law-abiding citizen has to improvise to protect himself after two vehicles from East Jerusalem almost killed him on the road. This is what lack of governance looks like." He emphasized the incident occurred near Rishon LeZion, highlighting that feelings of insecurity are not confined to remote roads.
Upon the police's arrival, Biton was informed that the offending vehicle lacked insurance. He now faces the challenge of dealing with the damage and expenses, seeking to determine financial responsibility. He quoted an alleged response from an insurance company representative: "Forget the police, settle it yourself."
Biton clarified that his reason for sharing the story was not solely about the car damage or costs, but to convey a public message ahead of elections. He expressed gratitude that the situation ended as it did, stating, "Thank God it ended like this. We'll deal with this." He added, "I'm posting this because this is what the elections are about for me this year!!!!!! About the right to drive on the road and return home safely. About knowing that if someone hits you and threatens you, there is someone who will come to protect you. About the fact that a citizen who works, pays taxes, and obeys the law should not have to absorb both the violence and the bill."
