[TVMayor]

Originally Posted by gabriellaels

The driver had a diabetic episode and went into a coma.
The bicyclist is alive as well is the driver. This is just a terrible situation and no serious allegations need to be made. How dare you all say it was either ones fault when noone knows what happened.

It surprises me that a diabetic patient would not have a 30 second warning prior to a diabetic episode, but then I am not a doctor. But if I was he would not be allowed to drive.

[gabriellaels]

The driver is my grandfather. He is the sweetest man alive, very independant and healthy and just happens to be VERY diabetic. My family and I appreciate all of the prayers and are praying nonstop for the poor woman. Unfortunately the hospital will not give us any information regarding her. He had a diabetic episode, hit a telephone pole, hit her and then hit a tree. He was not drunk, and I bet she was not breaking any laws. This is a terrible tragedy, and once he is awake will be destroyed to find out he has caused so much damage to another being. He has broken all of his ribs, his leg, his chest cavity is shattered and his lungs collasped. We are turning to God to lead us through this terrible time. Thank you for your kindness, and I can only hope people will think twice before making such harsh allegations against people you do not know.

[gabriellaels]

He's a 76 year old man. Who still works everyday. Is fully capable and functioning, what would the 30 seconds have done if he went into shock? How can you blame someone for having a seizure, heart attack or DIA while driving? You can't. It's a TERRIBLE situation, but it is noones fault.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by gabriellaels

The driver is my grandfather. He is the sweetest man alive, very independant and healthy and just happens to be VERY diabetic. My family and I appreciate all of the prayers and are praying nonstop for the poor woman. Unfortunately the hospital will not give us any information regarding her. He had a diabetic episode, hit a telephone pole, hit her and then hit a tree. He was not drunk, and I bet she was not breaking any laws. This is a terrible tragedy, and once he is awake will be destroyed to find out he has caused so much damage to another being. He has broken all of his ribs, his leg, his chest cavity is shattered and his lungs collasped. We are turning to God to lead us through this terrible time. Thank you for your kindness, and I can only hope people will think twice before making such harsh allegations against people you do not know.

Gabriellaels, please tell your grandfather that many of us are saying prayers for him and for the woman on the bike. It's very sad. He is lucky to have a granddaughter like you.

[gatherer47]

prayers go out to your grandfather!

[Polar Bear]

It's just such a sad, unfortunate happening. Nothing but innocent victims. Prayers for everyone involved.

[renielarson]

Originally Posted by gabriellaels

The driver is my grandfather. He is the sweetest man alive, very independant and healthy and just happens to be VERY diabetic. My family and I appreciate all of the prayers and are praying nonstop for the poor woman. Unfortunately the hospital will not give us any information regarding her. He had a diabetic episode, hit a telephone pole, hit her and then hit a tree. He was not drunk, and I bet she was not breaking any laws. This is a terrible tragedy, and once he is awake will be destroyed to find out he has caused so much damage to another being. He has broken all of his ribs, his leg, his chest cavity is shattered and his lungs collasped. We are turning to God to lead us through this terrible time. Thank you for your kindness, and I can only hope people will think twice before making such harsh allegations against people you do not know.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your post. Your grandfather and the bicyclist have been on my mind since the time I passed by the accident scene. To know the circumstances related to this tragedy helps me rest a little easier. I will continue to pray for both hoping for full recoveries and I am so sorry this happened.

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by gabriellaels

He's a 76 year old man. Who still works everyday. Is fully capable and functioning, what would the 30 seconds have done if he went into shock? How can you blame someone for having a seizure, heart attack or DIA while driving? You can't. It's a TERRIBLE situation, but it is noones fault.

Thoughts go to you and your family. You are so right for those who have been with a person having a seizure, stroke, mi, diabetic or hypoglycemic episode there is no control over ones mind or actions. Please take with you the caring thoughts and prayers of the majority of the posts and ignore those who don't have kind words to say.

[zonerboy]

When such a terrible accident occurs it is only natural to wonder how it could have occurred. Even partial eye witness accounts posted here lead to questions. Why was the path of the car so erratic just prior to the accident? Why did it continue to travel so far after striking the cyclist? How did such extreme damage to the vehicle occur? Physical or mental impairment of the driver, some type of sudden medical event, possible intoxication....these are all reasonable speculations that were made by posters here.
I would take them as attempts at understanding rather than as harsh judgements or blame placing. Most commenters here are kind hearted and have offered prayers for both of the injured and their families. As do I.
That being said, just as persons susceptible to certain sudden heart arrythmias, or persons with certain seizure disorders may have their driving privileges restricted, perhaps very, very brittle diabetics should consider this as well. No matter how wonderful a person they might be.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by gabriellaels

The driver is my grandfather. He is the sweetest man alive, very independant and healthy and just happens to be VERY diabetic. My family and I appreciate all of the prayers and are praying nonstop for the poor woman. Unfortunately the hospital will not give us any information regarding her. He had a diabetic episode, hit a telephone pole, hit her and then hit a tree. He was not drunk, and I bet she was not breaking any laws. This is a terrible tragedy, and once he is awake will be destroyed to find out he has caused so much damage to another being. He has broken all of his ribs, his leg, his chest cavity is shattered and his lungs collasped. We are turning to God to lead us through this terrible time. Thank you for your kindness, and I can only hope people will think twice before making such harsh allegations against people you do not know.

Prayers for your family as well as the bicyclist and hers.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by zonerboy

When such a terrible accident occurs it is only natural to wonder how it could have occurred. Even partial eye witness accounts posted here lead to questions. Why was the path of the car so erratic just prior to the accident? Why did it continue to travel so far after striking the cyclist? How did such extreme damage to the vehicle occur? Physical or mental impairment of the driver, some type of sudden medical event, possible intoxication....these are all reasonable speculations that were made by posters here.
I would take them as attempts at understanding rather than as harsh judgements or blame placing. Most commenters here are kind hearted and have offered prayers for both of the injured and their families. As do I.
That being said, just as persons susceptible to certain sudden heart arrythmias, or persons with certain seizure disorders may have their driving privileges restricted, perhaps very, very brittle diabetics should consider this as well. No matter how wonderful a person they might be.

It was so vividly described that few of us could stop thinking about the victims or the witnesses. Many care.

[TennDrifter]

Originally Posted by Abster

I'm not going to argue or attack anyone. I am not near any cars, bikes or pedestrians. You guys need to chill. You get too emotional over some comments.

You'll quickly learn that there are more "arrogant" people that just have to have the last word. Don't know what their problem is but just accept the fact that they have one and just ignore them. Thank God your not their "spouse" and have to deal with them alllll day

[kittygilchrist]

Originally Posted by TennDrifter

You'll quickly learn that there are more "arrogant" people that just have to have the last word. Don't know what their problem is but just accept the fact that they have one and just ignore them. Thank God your not their "spouse" and have to deal with them alllll day

Intuitive people will know that many of those irritated with sidebar comments were and are irritated with comments that fail to center on the accident and people in it, even being irritable with those who did not read everything..

For example, I wish you would thank God these people are alive instead of being a smarty pants. Have a heart.

[graciegirl]

Thank you Kitty. And thank you Gabrielle. Please keep us posted about your grandfather.

[CFrance]

It sounds like both of these accident victims have a long road to recovery. Hopefully continued prayers will speed things up for them. Prayers for both.