‘Just got smacked’: Florida 14-year-old credits helmet for saving life in crash

The Brief

  • Jabari Hill, 14, is recovering after he was hit by a vehicle while crossing the street.
  • “I just got smacked. That’s all I remember,” he said.
  • Jabari suffered seven fractures—including serious injuries to his lower back—along with road rash across his arms and knees.
  • He credits his full-face helmet for saving his life.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. A 14-year-old boy recovering from a severe bike crash credits one simple piece of gear for saving his life: his helmet.

Jabari Hill suffered seven fractures, back injuries, and road rash when he was struck by a car while crossing the street in Orange County earlier this month.

Despite the long road to recovery ahead, he is grateful to still be alive.

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