Near Miss: Taxi Almost Hits Pedestrians in Cluj

Close Call in Floresti: Taxi Nearly Hits Pedestrians A dashcam video has surfaced showing a taxi narrowly avoiding a collision with pedestrians in Floresti, Cluj, Romania. The incident, which occurred on May 6th, 2025, at approximately 6:41 PM, has generated significant online discussion and highlights concerns about pedestrian safety in the area. The video, shared by Clujenii.ro, shows a taxi approaching an intersection where several pedestrians are crossing. The taxi driver appears to brake suddenly, narrowly missing the pedestrians. The close call prompted reactions from viewers who expressed concern about the driver's attentiveness and the safety of pedestrians in the area. "It was a very close call," said one eyewitness who declined to be identified. "I was walking nearby and saw the whole thing. It was terrifying how close the taxi came to hitting those people." The incident underscores the importance of pedestrian safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution, particularly in areas with high pedestrian traffic. Authorities have yet to comment on the incident, but the video serves as a reminder of the potential dangers on the roads and the need for both drivers and pedestrians to be vigilant.