Florida Woman in Banana Costume Goes Viral Calling 911 After Restaurant Wreck
A crash at The Moderne
Oropeza, wearing a banana costume, was nearby and called 911. She told ClickOrlando.com that the car first appeared to be traveling against traffic before gradually moving toward the restaurant.
Footage draws attention
The restaurant posted the surveillance video and asked local residents to help identify the woman in the costume. Oropeza was subsequently identified as the person who made the emergency call.
Nguyen said people initially questioned whether the footage was real. He described the woman as a banana out late at night, reporting the crash and helping those at the scene.
Damage, but no injuries
No one was injured in the collision. Nguyen said the crash destroyed at least six tables and dozens of chairs at the establishment. He put the likely repair bill at between $30,000 and $50,000. The driver’s identity and other information were not immediately available on Sunday.
Key points
- Oropeza called 911 after a car crashed into The Moderne’s outdoor seating area.
- The car had been traveling on the wrong side of the road, according to the account.
- No one was hurt, but at least six tables and dozens of chairs were damaged.
- Nguyen estimated repairs could cost between $30,000 and $50,000.