The internet will have you laughing one minute and shaking your head the next…just days ago, folks all over social media were sharing a wild spring break clip out of Port Aransas.
In the video, a young man was up on top of a Jeep, twerking, living his best life, soaking in the energy that comes with spring break. But behind that viral moment is a much tragic ending.
According to reports, the same young man, 22-year-old Michael Brown, was involved in a serious crash not long after that video was taken. The accident happened March 14 on Highway 361 when a Jeep collided with a Tesla. During the impact, Michael was thrown from the vehicle, suffering severe head injuries. He was rushed to the hospital, where he fought for his life for several days. Sadly, Michael passed away on March 20.
The Nueces County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the news on Wednesday, bringing a heartbreaking close to what started as a viral moment of carefree fun.
Authorities say the driver of the Jeep was arrested for DWI following the crash, adding another layer to an already tragic situation.
Now, instead of clips and comments, Michael’s loved ones are left grieving. A GoFundMe has been set up to help his family cover funeral expenses as they try to process this sudden loss.