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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22394 of the collection, and the 277th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave” meme mean?
This meme illustrates panic in unexpected situations where someone causes damage and then tries to escape. The dominant emotion mixes shock, helpless anger, and absurdity. It is used to react to any chaotic event, highlighting disbelief when someone flees the consequences of their actions. It visually expresses dismay at a lack of accountability.
Where does the “He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave” meme come from?
The original video comes from Deston Thornton, a 23-year-old resident of Charlotte, North Carolina. On **July 1, 2020**, he posted a roughly two-minute-and-thirty-second clip on Twitter (under the handle @DestonToBeGreat). The context was a car collision on Interstate 77, near the exit for Interstate 85 and Statesville Road. After the accident, Thornton followed the other vehicle and filmed his confrontation with the responsible driver. He repeatedly stated that the driver hit his car and was trying to flee. The *Charlotte Observer* reported on **July 2, 2020**, that the video reached nearly four million views within twenty-four hours. Available sources do not confirm if the original was dashcam footage nor specify the exact date of its viral spread on TikTok in 2023; these details remain uncertain.
- 2020Original video published by Deston Thornton on Twitter following a car altercation in Charlotte.
- 2020Video goes viral, reaching millions of views quickly according to the Charlotte Observer.
How to use the “He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave” meme
- Use the GIF in a chat to signal that a friend just made a huge mistake and wants to change the subject.
- Reply to a scandalous news story by showing shock at the audacity of those trying to hide their deeds.
- Pair it with an image of daily disaster (like spilled coffee) to dramatically exaggerate frustration.
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The “He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22394 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 50/100 · #277 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave meme origin?
The meme originates from a video posted by Deston Thornton in July 2020 on Twitter, following a car altercation in Charlotte.
Who is Deston Thornton?
He is the creator of the original video, a Charlotte resident who filmed his confrontation with a driver who hit his vehicle.
What does the He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave meme mean?
It expresses panic and indignation towards someone who causes a problem and then tries to run away without taking responsibility.
How do I get the He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the He Hit My Car And Trying To Leave card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: ‘He hit my car!’ Video goes viral of Charlotte man chasing down hit-and-run driver · He hit his car on the highway, now he’s trying to leave…. · "He hit my car on the highway and he is trying to leave" · checked on October 17, 2026.
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