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New Concerns About People Grabbing On To The Outside Of 18-Wheelers

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A woman posted a video on social media that has been circulating. It depicts a man from Atlanta holding on to a smoke, attempting to catch a ride. This occurred on two separate 18-wheeler trucks at two different times.

Now, the Georgia Motor Trucking Association and Trucker Associations across the country are concerned.

Ed Crowell, the president of a truckers association shared a statement. “I would caution truck drivers once they have done their walk around the vehicle, take a second time around.”

Although it may seem funny, it is very dangerous. “That person can be just a split second away from being dead.”

If a trucker turns quickly, a person could be thrown off of it. Someone could also be injured if the driver slams their breaks or loses their grip.

Now, depending on the situation, a trucker and a rider could face consequences of misdemeanor traffic violations for recklessly driving and interfering with traffic.