Shocking dash-cam footage has revealed the terrifying moment a driver travelled the wrong way down a major Birmingham dual carriageway, forcing other motorists into desperate evasive action.
Near-Miss Captured on Camera
The alarming incident occurred on Tuesday, January 13, on the busy A34 in Perry Barr. The footage, later obtained by the Birmz is Grime blog, shows the vehicle heading against the flow of traffic, coming within inches of causing a catastrophic head-on collision.
Other drivers were seen swerving to avoid the oncoming car in a scene described by viewers as "like something out of Grand Theft Auto." The video quickly spread across social media, amassing thousands of views on Instagram and sparking widespread concern.
Social Media Reaction and Public Alarm
The public response to the shared footage was one of shock and disbelief. One social media user commented, "Flip me ... have they a death wish," while another asked, "How TF did they even manage to do that."
Many viewers expressed how frightening the situation must have been for other road users. "That must have been so scary. I nearly had a heart attack just watching that," wrote one person. Another remarked with grim local humour, "Only in brum Yuno GTA 6."
Police Investigation and Ongoing Concerns
At the time of the footage's release, it was not clear whether the motorist was traced and arrested. West Midlands Police was contacted for a statement regarding the incident, which risked multiple lives on one of the city's key routes.
The event has raised serious questions about road safety and the potential consequences of such reckless driving. The fact that a major pile-up was avoided by mere inches underscores the grave danger posed to all road users that day.
