Vermont Man Victimized in Severe Road Rage Incident
A Vermont truck driver and his wife were reportedly trying to document a road rage incident that erupted after a long workday.
Ronnie Bushway, 46, has had to undergo two significant eye surgeries following a violent altercation last Tuesday.
The accused, Aaron Williams, 44, has been arrested and charged with assault. If found guilty, he could face a sentence of up to 15 years.
Williams allegedly maneuvered his vehicle in front of Bushway’s, checked his brakes, and then abruptly exited his car.
In a fit of rage, he approached the driver’s side of Bushway’s vehicle and reportedly punched him multiple times before trying to gouge his eyes, according to reports.
Witnesses hurried to assist Bushway in the aftermath of the attack.
Bushway’s family describes the attack as entirely unprovoked, and they are working to support him as he navigates both physical and psychological recovery.
While last week’s surgery helped him regain some sight, doctors have indicated that he will likely face significant visual impairment for the rest of his life.
Further surgeries are needed, otherwise, his ability to work as a truck driver might be jeopardized.
“It’s just hard to find the right words. Something truly awful happened,” remarked Bushway’s father.
He also mentioned that the family is exploring specialized programs to aid in Bushway’s recovery, hoping he can return to work afterward.
Bushway’s step-siblings have set up a GoFundMe campaign to help with medical expenses, and as of Monday evening, over 140 contributors had raised around $27,000.
In a related incident from April, road rage resulted in a death when a driver intentionally rammed a motorcyclist against a guardrail on the Long Island Expressway. The family of the deceased motorcyclist described him as a kind soul.
Recently, a Louisiana teenager, who was pregnant, was shot in the head by a man checking her car. She was rushed to a hospital where she gave birth to a premature baby via emergency C-section. Tragically, she is not expected to survive, with family decisions regarding her care planned for Tuesday. The newborn is reportedly stable, weighing just 3 pounds.
