Elderly e-bike rider struck in hit-and-run crash in Guangdong, China

On May 5, 2026, in Guangdong, China, a security video captured a hit-and-run road accident involving an elderly man riding an electric bicycle. In the video, the man slowly attempts to cross the road while carefully checking for oncoming traffic. As he reaches the middle of the roadway, a speeding vehicle crashes into him, knocking both the rider and the e-bike onto the road and scattering debris across the street. The vehicle continues driving without stopping after the collision. The elderly man is later seen managing to stand up following the impact. According to the author, the incident serves as a reminder for both drivers and elderly e-bike riders to remain cautious while crossing roads.