Slideshows, which are both dumb and illegal, continue to occur despite efforts to crack down on them. A recent sideshow in Sacramento, California gained attention for featuring an unexpected participant – an Amazon semi-truck. The Sacramento Bee reported that the sideshow, which took place near an Amazon warehouse, involved a large gathering of people cheering on the Amazon truck as it performed reckless stunts with its trailer attached. The incident was captured on video by 916today, a social media account that documents illegal activities in the Sacramento area, and quickly went viral.
The sideshow took place at the intersection of Allbaugh Drive and Metro Air Parkway, close to Amazon’s SCA5 warehouse. The California Highway Patrol’s Valley Division confirmed the occurrence of the sideshow in a social media post. Google Maps street view images of the intersection show numerous tire marks, indicating that this location has been a popular spot for sideshows for years.
In response to the viral video, an Amazon spokesperson stated that the driver of the truck has been terminated from their position. The spokesperson emphasized that the behavior exhibited in the video was unsafe and unacceptable, and the driver will not be allowed to deliver on behalf of Amazon in the future. This incident is not an isolated one, as two other sideshows in Sacramento on the same day resulted in shootings and fatalities.
Unfortunately, sideshows have become a recurring issue in California, with incidents ranging from a security guard participating in a sideshow at a mall to hundreds of cars causing traffic disruptions on the San Francisco Bay Bridge. State and local officials have been working to address this problem, with Governor Gavin Newsom signing legislation to increase penalties for those involved in sideshows. The new laws allow for vehicle removal, impoundment, and ticketing for participants and spectators alike.
These sideshows are a concerning trend that poses risks to public safety and property, and the recent involvement of an Amazon truck highlights the need for continued efforts to deter such activities. It is crucial for authorities to collaborate with communities and businesses to prevent sideshows and ensure the safety of residents and road users. The reckless behavior displayed in these events not only endangers lives but also reflects poorly on the individuals and organizations involved. Hopefully, with stricter enforcement and community engagement, the frequency and severity of sideshows can be reduced in the future.
