Florida Man Floors It to Avoid Tow, Ends Up Wedged Between Lamppost and Building

Recently, outside an Old Navy store in Panama City Beach, Florida, a man attempted to stop his red Buick from being towed—but lost control of the situation. Video footage from the scene shows that instead of following proper procedures, the man shifted into drive and sped onto the sidewalk in an attempt to flee, only to become wedged between a light pole and a building, causing damage to both his vehicle and the structure. His wife and children were present at the time but were not inside the car. He then got into an argument with the tow truck driver, prompting bystanders to call the police immediately. According to CBS News, over 2.2 million vehicles have already been repossessed nationwide in 2025, with projections estimating the total will reach 3 million by year-end—primarily driven by high car prices, elevated interest rates, and rising repair costs. Experts advise vehicle owners facing repossession to contact their lenders as early as possible to negotiate alternatives and prevent escalation. It remains unclear how authorities handled the incident after arriving at the scene.