A viral video shows an elderly man in China slapping a woman who was trying to help him cross the road. The incident occurred in Lanzhou, Gansu province, where the woman, a driver, stopped her car and got out to assist the elderly man, who was struggling to cross the busy road. However, instead of thanking her, the man suddenly slapped her, knocking off her glasses.

Reactions from Netizens:

Criticism of the Elderly Man: Many netizens criticized the elderly man’s behavior, calling it unacceptable and expressing sympathy for the woman. Some comments include;

“The old man’s behavior is outrageous”, Man said.

“Maybe she should have asked if he needed help first”, Woman said.

The woman didn’t communicate with the old man before helping him, another said.

“Good deeds should be rewarded, not punished,” Lady said.

Others suggested that the woman should have asked the elderly man if he needed help before intervening

Police react
The police have found the elderly man and are requiring him to apologize for his actions.
The incident has sparked a heated debate about the importance of kindness and communication in such situations.

The incident highlights the complexities of human interactions and the need for understanding and empathy.