Although there are times when you need to call out someone for their bad behavior, especially in public places, some people are simply not worth it and will only drag you down to their level. Recently, a woman (read: Karen) visiting a Mister Car Wash in Bakersfield confronted an elderly driver who allegedly almost hit her car and, instead, was met with racist slurs during their argument. The woman said she had been waiting her turn in the drive-through when the driver, an older woman wearing a red cap and sunglasses, tried to cut around her vehicle and nearly collided with it.
When the woman approached the driver to ask why she had attempted to squeeze past her vehicle, the latter insisted she had already paid for her wash and claimed she was only adjusting her position. The Black woman accused her of lying and warned that security footage would prove what really happened. Within seconds, the exchange turned ugly when the Karen began shouting racial slurs, using the N-word several times while insisting she was an “elderly woman” and threatening to sue. The Black woman asked her to stop saying those slurs and promised to post the footage on TikTok. In response, the other woman took out her phone and claimed she was recording as well.
A passerby who had watched the dispute later stepped forward and told the Black woman that the other driver had indeed tried to go around her car, thereby confirming her account. The bystander reassured her that she was in the right and told her it wasn’t worth the fight, calling the other woman “a Karen.” The woman thanked the bystander for intervening and said she planned to have the manager pull the security footage. “She didn’t hit my car, but she almost did,” she explained. “Of course, I’m gonna look like the aggressive one because I’m Black.” She eventually got back into her car, ending the confrontation.
What People Are Saying About the Bakersfield Car Wash Incident
Many viewers expressed anger and support for the Black woman. “She was totally in the wrong, couldn’t believe she did that. You had the right of way. And her calling you those racist names is wild. I’m glad you held back against that Karen,” one person wrote. Another commented, “She trippin especially for callin you the N word😭 I hope she get what she deserves!”
Some also advised caution, reminding her to stay safe in situations like this. “Girl you never know how crazy someone can be! If they actually don’t hit you just try to always remain calm and leave it alone. So many people have died with situations like this,” one viewer said.
Others expressed disappointment that such behavior still occurs. “You can tell she’s super entitled. Sorry that happened to you,” a comment read. Another user, who said they were from the area, wrote, “I’m so saddened this happened to you… Sometimes just knowing someone has your back is all you need.” A few were still stunned by the woman’s words, with one person admitting, “Didn’t expect that word to slip out.”
