Don’t be ashamed of calling it what it is Scott. We lost our son to a stupid act. He was trying to drift his car around a 25 mph curve. Estimated impact in the trunk of an oak tree was 75mph. And when I tell the story, people look shocked that I would describe it that way. I explain to them that calling it what it is, is important to maybe have his tragedy save another. Lots of love man!! ❤️
I lost my 36 year old son to alcoholism one year ago. When I see the prevelance and casual use of alcohol in our society today I grieve for the pain that can be caused from it.
omg im so sorry Chris. so its ok to say its stupid they drove so fast? shouldn't of trespassed either. this is sad. ik a young man turned 16, got a sports car. he wanted it parents bought it . he went punching it wrapped around a tree. he died but I think his friend lived. for one, he shouldn't of had that powerful car at 16 out with another minor driving. really sad. he was a good boy and the only son had 2 sisters
@@destinypowers1146 Nice to meet you Destiny, there’s always more to the story, and sadly my son had a passenger also, and he lived with just a few scratches. He was launched out the rear window on impact.
@@HaleLife tyvm nice to meet you also. Very true there is. Ive not been in your shoes as a parent, but if I may ask... diid you think at first, why my son, and he was spared, or were you grateful he did survive? I'm sure there was all sorts emotions and thoughts went through at the time. ik a family that, the oldest son taking his fiancee to her parents to meet them. forgot something at home, then headed back out, and they was killed by drunk driver. a year later middle son, working with air conditioning with his dad, he was electricuted and died few days later the baby son, was in a car wreck two years in a row almost killed thankfully he wasn't well his dad got so depressed he quit church. he was in a shell . i had a friend killed by drunk driver and her grandparents raising her had chance to file on him and they said we forgive him and he never faced charges Have a great weekend and Easter Chris gbu and yours
I lost my oldest brother when he was 23, my second older brother at 30 in a car and motorcycle accident. They were both killed instantly. Speed played a factor in both. Thank you for respectfully honoring these young men. I watched my poor Mom mourn the loss of both her sons, it was horrible. I miss my brothers every single day. 😢
When i was a law enforcement officer we responded to a wreck and a old model impala had hit an embankment flew up and wrapped completely around a huge oak tree about 50 feet up. We started finding body parts. We helped the corona to collect them all. When it came to a total of 7 boys that had been in the car. Flashbacks are hell.😔
@@willowmist9564 Wow that's just a bit too much graphic information. I love Scott on Tape but haven't watched in a while due to vivid PTSD from things I've endured but my brother committed suicide like that and I don't go an hour a day without traumatic intrusive thoughts and I also lost my daughter in a tragic accident. I guess I shouldn't read these comments because some are way too vivid for me but in my opinion not necessary. Just too much information in my opinion . Some people love knowing graphic details but for some of us it hits too close to home.
What people don't realize about officers and those who go to these scenes is that this last a lifetime for them as well. I'm so sorry this is part of your memory. We had very similar in Utah. I was a young adult and we had to do the same to get survivor out. But the rest which was 9 in total were exactly as you described. This causes alot of people ptsd.
You did a fantastic job on explaining this accident. You were differently not harsh. I lost a son at 22 that did not have to happen. I did crazy things as well,but was blessed to have been saved from harm! Thank you Scott. I can’t get enough of your videos. Thank you for sharing this story. You always do a fantastic job. Peace out☺️
I think you were so real, respectful, honest, and spoke from the heart. It made your video a true dedication for these young kids. I found you spoke with nothing but the upmost respect. ❤
Sadly there is a tragic story like this in almost every city in America. Young kids and speed just don't mix well. Thanks for reminding people that this can happen at any time.
My cousins son was a fireman and new father. An alcoholic ended his life in his way home. Was her only child. His daughter is beautiful and he's buried next to my mom and his grandfather (my mom's baby brother)
@@a.m.thomas9366 yes very much so seen so many things that I never took care of at the time I just put away in my head until none day it just all came back now I’m in therapy and learning how to survive with ptsd
Thank you Scott for sharing this tragic accident. These young boys were the cream of the crop. Just best of the best. Not risk takers by any means. They we're all gifted, talented, athletic, respectful and just amazing young men. Each came from incredible, attentive, loving families too. Parents were involved in their education and lives from Kindergarten on through graduation until their deaths. Knowing Josh the driver and Dusty, they all probably thought testing the car on a runway was the safest. No other cars to endanger, has distance etc. Little did they know what the outcome would be. We lost some incredible young men that night. Still breaks my heart 💔. Went through cub scouts, T ball, homecoming, proms etc together. Such great memories of them. Reminded that something so innocent, turned tragic in a few seconds. Miss them so much. Thanks for sharing their story.
Charlene Griffin's. What a beautiful tribute & comment. It really touched me, thank you Charlene, my deepest condolences to you. Peace love & empathy.🐦💙🙏
I'm sure these boys had great parents. There were no alcohol in their system, proof that they were good young men. It's heart breaking. May you and your family be safe.
As a mother of 3 this is something you worry about when you hand your keys over once they get a drivers license. You pray that they make wise choices. My heart goes out to their families. Thank you for a sensitive video Scott. Maybe this video will save a precious life.
Thank you Scott for sharing. I lost my oldest son in 1998, in a car accident, 10 days after his 19th birthday💔🥲 He was the passenger, no drugs, alcohol or speed was at fault, lack of sleep was the cause. It will be 24 yrs in May and it still feels like yesterday🥲 May they all rest in peace🙏🏻💙🙏🏻
I'm so sorry for your loss of your son far too young to die, it is so tragic, I am a mother myself to two teenagers and I can't imagine anything worse than losing a child that's every parents worst nightmare. You never get over it 😥💔
Irrespective of the topic, you are a class act Scott. You deal with this sensitive subject matter with utter decorum and respect - keep up your good work
Scott, you did a great job telling their story. In the late 70's there were two horrific accidents that involved people that I went to school with. R.I.P Marina Titans
When we are young we are invincible we think. You did a great job telling about this tragedy. Your Mom did good raising you!!! You show such compassion! Thanks Scott
Another touching tribute Scott. I cannot believe how young those boys were. Dustin died the day after his 19th birthday. His life was just beginning. So sad.
I lost my best friend in 2020 to a single vehicle accident. It’s been the hardest to get through. My prayers and hearts go out to this family and to you Scott. Rip to them!
Just last week 6 teenaged girls In Tishomingo, OK were killed in a wreck. The car was built for 4 people max. A couple of bad decisions and they turned in front of a semi
It's a little sad the all of the signs say 'In loving memory of' except for the driver's sign. Yes, he made a mistake, but who didn't when they were young. Unfortunately, this turned out so tragic! My husband was an insurance agent in our small community for over 40 years so we saw so much of this. He would host a 'Don't Drink and Drive' event before the proms every year.
His not having dates stuck out most to me... Which seemed odd but I hadn't noticed the other. I wonder why it was done that way? If it was out of blame wouldn't they have just not put a sign?
My prom of class of 1999. I lost class mates to driving and there was a saying dont drive that way u will die. Never listend that it was just a joke no it wasnt they call it killer lake. In NC and its sad
I live in Ocala, FL and while yes, there are little roadside memorials all over, the signs up there are official city signs from the looks of it. I cannot recall seeing them before. It's usually a cross with the persons name and the family will come by to place flowers, stuffed animals, by it.
Interesting about the signs. The driver's did not say in Loving Memory, nor did it have the dates on it.... that was a quiet, but powerful statement. This was very respectful, Scott, and something I had not heard about.
Noticed the same thing. My thought was this was made by one of the parents and still wanted to give him a memorial, but I think they have a hard time possibly not blaming him for losing their children.
I find that extremely petty. All the boys knew what they were getting into when they broke into a private runway. They are all as responsible as the driver. Who is to say the other boys weren't egging him on. I'd like to think any of them could have asked to exit the car if they really wanted to.
My heart breaks for these boys and their families. I myself lost my 19 year old daughter a little over a year ago in a car accident. She was a passenger and was killed along with 2 friends💔 ....on a brighter note I want to thank you for taking me on you're adventures, they are a blast😁 you make me smile and laugh, it is a great distraction from the grief.
Rip my brothers. What a horrible day that was. But we all had a great night before that happen.. Hard to believe they have been gone so long. Miss you guys!.... Thanks for this nice video man. Glad to see the memory is still standing.
No, you didn’t sound harsh. Watching this reminded me of how many times I lamented that my son was not born with a fail safe instruction book. I am just incredibly thankful that my child survived that powerful, unjustified sense of invincibility that accompanies youth. If one young person hears this story and sees that memorial, perhaps through this video, a life may be saved. Thank you
I remember this. One of them was celebrating a birthday and another one was dating the daughter of the owners of Jumbolair and she got in trouble for giving false statements. The investigation determined no one had alcohol in their system at the time of the crash except her boyfriend; he wasn’t the driver. I agree with you Scott, it’s just not worth it. Yes 🙌🏻 stop speeding, just be late. I drive a Challenger and I’ll always pick late before accelerate.
@@SlickArmor the point is that just because you’re in a car that can go over 200 mph doesn’t mean you should. Soon all the cars will be autonomous anyway and speeding will no longer exist 😁
@@mistyvideotaped But it sure is nice that you can especially when fleeing trouble. Exceeding the speed limits will always be available if only through a hack.
My kids went to school with these boys. I would like to say that was the only accident that took the lives of the friends or classmates but its not. Don't give your kid a car to drive that is to much car. Put them in a Buick or something safer. Cool will come later.
So tragic, too often do we read stories similar to this one. In the end they never listen, because they think they know better. All we can do is continue to keep sending the message and hope that it saves lives. RIP Guyz. I don't think you were harsh at all, sometimes you have to be hard to be kind. Thank you Scott
Scott what a very nice tribute you provide here. This is something you came across and obviously made a hurting impression in your heart. To make you come back to this years later and make this video. You are a kind caring person, and this is something that needs to be seen. Thank you for doing so it gives us all a reminder of what can happen and will happen if we get involved in careless acts. To see 5 young lives gone in one minute of time. You made this with love in your heart, and I would say this touching look back and your approach is that of total class and dignity. I look forward to more of your videos. Thank you, Sincerely Senior Chief Harry R. Palmer,
I loved what you said on here Scott. Teenagers suffer so much from peer pressure.. I lost my 17 year old son.. He left Mississippi to go visit his dad and stepmother in Juneau, Alaska back in 1996.. He passed away while on a camping trip to a alcohol overdose. Thank You Scott for the respect you gave to these 5 young men who lost their lives in this horrible accident... You are the best!!
Love your videos Scott, this is up near where I live, John Travolta does lots of charity work in Ocala, I have meet him once at the local mall, very nice man, nobody treats him like a big celebrity, just as a regular person, anyway, keep up your great videos and thanks for all you do.
Good show Scott. You're such a good storyteller. I live in Tampa and was very well aware of this accident. Just horrific. I love John Travolta too! And Burt Reynolds who lived nearby. Keep up the good work.
You said it well. When we're young we liked to push everything to the limit. This was so sad. Thank you for being so respectful in all these videos. RIP 🙏 BOYS
Wow! Normally there are remnants of roots/trunk of some sort being such a large oak tree, but they made sure to grind it all the way down. Sad story but beautifully shared. Thank you.
As a mother of several 20 somethings i am deeply grateful you created this short film. As a single mother of young women and men i find it very challenging to ensure my family and their friends hear me on safety. I even tell them i will gladly and free of judgement call an Uber to get any and all of them for any reason at any hour. I sent them all this video as Friday night nears. I know that nearly almost all- if not all of us have done things that were risky to say the least. I have been in those situations in my younger days with great regret. It is never worth it! My heart goes out to the loved ones and friends of these 5 young men. 🕊️💐🐓
Very touching Scott. My brother got into a horrible accident when I was 16, he was going to fast through a small embutment (small bridge for those who don't live in the country. Lol) and he met a van coming through the other side, tried to stop but loose gravel propelled him on, and he hit the van head on. Long story short, he's still with us, thank the Lord, but he lost both eyelids, skin off his forehead and the tip of his nose, when he hit the windshield. The other people were fine, just terrified when my bro got out to check on them. But you are right, when we're young, we think we're invinsible and nothing can stop us and we make dumb decisions. I didn't know about this story, but I am going to show this to my daughter, who happens to be a new driver, 😱🙈🤬. Thank you for sharing.
Im in Australia and I remember the 1980s getting your first car, we drove manual cars and they were second hand cars, our parents never bought us powerful cars. They were beat up cars to gain experience on the roads.
Hey Scott you should do the tragic Randy Rhoad from Ozzy osbourne band. He crashed the plane in the same area as John travoita lives. It’s in leesburg florida.
My husband and i were visiting my mother inlaw in the villages in ladylake and its right next to Ocala. On the way back home we actually realized we were driving next John in his jag . I looked over smiled he smiled back then i can only imagine the shock and look on my face as it dawned on me who i just smiled and waved at . He cracked up laughing and got off the next exit . But its something ill never forget .
Hey Scott, John Travolta also lived in an airplane community in Port Orange, FL near Daytona Beach. It was called Spruce Creek. My Aunt and Uncle lived there. The community voted for John Travolta to leave because he was landing his jets there and the runway wasn’t equipped to handle his heavy aircraft. It was a neat community and all the streets were named after aviation terminology e.g. Tail Spin Lane and Downwind Drive. I enjoyed your video! Take care and God bless.
What a shame, 5 handsome young men. My father told me as a teen "It's better to be a live chicken than a dead duck." Very sad, there are huge voids in the hearts of many familys.
May they all RIP, all my blessings sent to them and their families. Thank you for covering this, I have not heard of this story. Love from Washington State.
What a very sad story prayers for all evolved and all who are left to grieve this great loss thanks for the video and story and talking about this hard subject!
This one was hard to watch for me… but so glad you made it Scott…your a sweet soul ✨💖 I lost my 17 year old nephew…although Jamil was more like a little brother to me… He was a passenger with three other friends & a 26 year old drunk-driver at the wheel…sadly that all passed away, the driver was speeding, he lost control, hitting a telegraph pole… We need these signs in Australia, they are a sad reminder…but we all need to be reminded to more take care. Love your channel by the way💗
I lost my best friend. Because of dumb s.... like this. He was only 17 years old. I'm now 38 just turned 38. I have a memorial on my arm in memory of him. So im reminded every day. Long story short. The driver and car my buddy was in. Driver died on impact and the passenger became a vegetable and my buddy later died at the hospital. Rest in peace Sheldon 🙏🏻❤🌹 Thank you for this Scott. Love your videos bro. They get me through rough days! Much love from Chicago 🤘🏼😎❤
I wonder why the driver’s memorial sign was different. Such a tragedy. During my high school years and even in college I also had peers who died in car accidents. I was just one year younger than these boys when they passed away and I am here just thinking how short their lives were cut. Rest In Peace to all of them.
looking at this on google maps, in dec 08 there are only 4 signs so the driver's must've been added at a later date. poignant that in dec 07 there are no signs at all.
That was a big tree. It would have been a miracle if any of them survived. And im sure they didn't think that anything would go wrong. Like you said they were being boys out to have some fun. It is sad on how the passed. Thank you for sharing and you do put your heart in your stories that you do. Thank you.
I know I did alot of crazy things when I was young being a teenager I regret lots of things we did but u learn from ur mistakes that's for sure ur right 100%
Thank you for sharing this story. It’s with heavy hearts for family and friends but your saving a life. Your not speaking I’ll of any of the young men as your being a voice for them as well as others. I appreciate you and all of your work. May their families find some comfort and peace as the days go on.
I've never heard of this tragedy & these poor parents. The memorial bench is so nice. I noticed Josh (the driver) did not have his birth & passing dates like the others
Imagine coming up to the end of that runway tho, at 130 MPH and didn't see it coming in time to stop? The horror. My God. Like driving off a collapsed bridge.
Thank you for this lovely tribute to the five young men as well as your advice to the young. None of us live forever. Sometimes we can tempt fate but sometimes we become fate. May they rest in peace
@scott on Tape I had to come back in and tell you thank you for having such a large heart ❤ and healing way of bringing these stories ahead again. Its a service you do for our drivers of all ages. Please join adventures with Purpose and see what happens when water is involved. God bless you
you arent speaking harsh of the deceased, you are AND SHOULD speak harsh to help prevent that kind of accident of happening again.. tough love bro.!!!! dont ever apoligize for that.. those kids were not stupid, they just did a stupid thing and it caused a bad situation..
I agree we all have done idiotic things when we were younger, when something like this happens, it really hits home, I think you are informative and very respectful, thank you.
Scott, thank you so much for covering this topic. And you are right on everything you said. You were extremely cautious on the way you spoke and your advice can definitely save lives if we all listen. IT IS A SAD STORY. Where are their gravesites ?
Hello Scott 🙋🏽. I love the way you chose topics that Are relatable to everyone. This one really shocked me. I didn't know anything about it. THANK YOU ‼️❤️👍🏽😊. THIS IS REALLY SAD . REST IN PEACE YOUNG MEN‼️THE FAMILY HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCES ❤️✝️🛐☮️💜🙏(FAMILIES)
Thanks Scott for this video, my respect to the 5 boys perished in this accident and my support to their loved ones. This is only speculation, but there could be one more "natural" reason behind horrible accidents like these. Depending on for example how low you sit in the vehicle, what is your speed and if it is dark (even a full moon could play its tricks), you could think that the runway would still continue when in fact you have reached the end of it and it's too late to stop. Similar kind of visual illusion could make you drive into the water; it happened in my hometown when young soldiers got lost on their way back to their base, took a route through a harbor area and drove straight into the sea while apparently thinking that the road continued on when it didn't (in this latter case the road did continue but on the other side, there was water between). In any case, this was a tragic accident and hopefully it will never happen again.
PLEASE, young people - this CAN happen to TOO YOU and to YOU and to YOU! One single risk is all it will take. Don’t send the police to your door to notify YOUR parents that they will never see you in this life again!! Speaking up with a “no, man…I ain’t doin’ it” does NOT make you a coward!” It makes you …… ALIVE! And alive is the only way to live… It breaks my heart that the driver recognized he was in trouble seconds before impact and tried to correct and slow down. I pray none felt ANY pain and that “died upon impact” meant just that. Scott, you, my friend are an absolute TREASURE!!! I don’t know what you were doing before TH-cam, but whatever it was, was wrong! You touch so many hearts! You present your episodes with kindness, compassion and caring. You research for details not yet presented and you never become maudlin. Thank you so much for just being you! (I wonder who else you’d be?)
You didn’t speak harsh Scott, 5 young men lost their lives for something stupid! And like you say we all do stupid things! You do have some young followers so maybe you saved a life, you never know! Be safe be healthy and peace bro! 🕯💔🙏 I did notice something with the memorial signs, only Josh has a different one, leaving out in loving memory, was the only sign that didn’t have in loving memory!
You have a kind heart when do theses forgotten stories I can see hurt you feel when u do certain videos were here were not going anywhere we love u always be safe hope to meet u someday and party 💖 💗 💓 ❤️
I did alotta stupid stuff when I wad a teen, I'm a mom, gramma, mimi, & grt gramma now... & 68 yrs old 2day... ty, 4 sharing & being caring... God bless & peace out & prayers always 🙏 ❤ ✌💔🕊☮😪
Great video Scott and your words couldn't be more correct, you didn't sound harsh, you were real. Nothing but respect for you bro, keep up the great work!
Outstanding---Glad I found your channel---you have a clear, compassionate and thorough delivery style--that being said, on this topic--John Travolta is a dark figure, he sold his soul for fame and money via Scientology.....sacrifices were made: his first son "Jett" for his jet....Kelly Preston knew too much, she did not die from cancer.....many sacrifices are made around John Travolta.
My husband has a 66 Mustang that he’s had for over 49 years and never went over the speed limit. Still has that car today tucked away in the garage. That God he’d never got crazy with that car. RIP BOYS. 💔😔
Don’t be ashamed of calling it what it is Scott. We lost our son to a stupid act. He was trying to drift his car around a 25 mph curve. Estimated impact in the trunk of an oak tree was 75mph. And when I tell the story, people look shocked that I would describe it that way. I explain to them that calling it what it is, is important to maybe have his tragedy save another. Lots of love man!! ❤️
That is so tragic I’m sorry Chris my condolences
I lost my 36 year old son to alcoholism one year ago. When I see the prevelance and casual use of alcohol in our society today I grieve for the pain that can be caused from it.
omg im so sorry Chris. so its ok to say its stupid they drove so fast? shouldn't of trespassed either. this is sad. ik a young man turned 16, got a sports car. he wanted it parents bought it . he went punching it wrapped around a tree. he died but I think his friend lived. for one, he shouldn't of had that powerful car at 16 out with another minor driving. really sad. he was a good boy and the only son had 2 sisters
@@destinypowers1146 Nice to meet you Destiny, there’s always more to the story, and sadly my son had a passenger also, and he lived with just a few scratches. He was launched out the rear window on impact.
@@HaleLife tyvm nice to meet you also. Very true there is. Ive not been in your shoes as a parent, but if I may ask... diid you think at first, why my son, and he was spared, or were you grateful he did survive? I'm sure there was all sorts emotions and thoughts went through at the time. ik a family that, the oldest son taking his fiancee to her parents to meet them. forgot something at home, then headed back out, and they was killed by drunk driver. a year later middle son, working with air conditioning with his dad, he was electricuted and died few days later the baby son, was in a car wreck two years in a row almost killed thankfully he wasn't well his dad got so depressed he quit church. he was in a shell . i had a friend killed by drunk driver and her grandparents raising her had chance to file on him and they said we forgive him and he never faced charges Have a great weekend and Easter Chris gbu and yours
I lost my oldest brother when he was 23, my second older brother at 30 in a car and motorcycle accident. They were both killed instantly. Speed played a factor in both. Thank you for respectfully honoring these young men. I watched my poor Mom mourn the loss of both her sons, it was horrible. I miss my brothers every single day. 😢
I'm so sorry x
So sorry for ur loved ones
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Sorry for you're loss! I'm down 2 older brother's also & it hurts so bad :(
@@sqwidink1 I am so sorry for your extreme losses as well.
@@tammydaniels170 Cheers love
When i was a law enforcement officer we responded to a wreck and a old model impala had hit an embankment flew up and wrapped completely around a huge oak tree about 50 feet up. We started finding body parts. We helped the corona to collect them all. When it came to a total of 7 boys that had been in the car. Flashbacks are hell.😔
My god that’s horrible
Oh lordy.... Tragic. Thank you for your service. 😌💜
@@willowmist9564 Wow that's just a bit too much graphic information. I love Scott on Tape but haven't watched in a while due to vivid PTSD from things I've endured but my brother committed suicide like that and I don't go an hour a day without traumatic intrusive thoughts and I also lost my daughter in a tragic accident. I guess I shouldn't read these comments because some are way too vivid for me but in my opinion not necessary. Just too much information in my opinion . Some people love knowing graphic details but for some of us it hits too close to home.
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What people don't realize about officers and those who go to these scenes is that this last a lifetime for them as well. I'm so sorry this is part of your memory. We had very similar in Utah. I was a young adult and we had to do the same to get survivor out. But the rest which was 9 in total were exactly as you described.
This causes alot of people ptsd.
80 year old judy, Scott wish this video could be played in schools all over the USA. If it could save one person. You did an extremely awesome job!
Thank you dear Judy
You did a fantastic job on explaining this accident. You were differently not harsh. I lost a son at 22 that did not have to happen. I did crazy things as well,but was blessed to have been saved from harm! Thank you Scott. I can’t get enough of your videos. Thank you for sharing this story. You always do a fantastic job. Peace out☺️
I think you were so real, respectful, honest, and spoke from the heart. It made your video a true dedication for these young kids. I found you spoke with nothing but the upmost respect.
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Thank you so much Kristi ❤️
Sadly there is a tragic story like this in almost every city in America. Young kids and speed just don't mix well. Thanks for reminding people that this can happen at any time.
Hey Scott as a paramedic for 33 years this is a story I’ve seen way to many times. Great job in getting your point across very sad ending indeed.
Thank you Mark
My cousins son was a fireman and new father. An alcoholic ended his life in his way home. Was her only child. His daughter is beautiful and he's buried next to my mom and his grandfather (my mom's baby brother)
I was a medic also for over 20 yrs and I’ve also seen this story several times. It’s about as bad as it gets.
Hey, Mark. Question : Do you think at some point in your life you might need therapy due to all the traffic things you've seen in your career ?...
@@a.m.thomas9366 yes very much so seen so many things that I never took care of at the time I just put away in my head until none day it just all came back now I’m in therapy and learning how to survive with ptsd
Thank you Scott for sharing this tragic accident. These young boys were the cream of the crop. Just best of the best. Not risk takers by any means. They we're all gifted, talented, athletic, respectful and just amazing young men. Each came from incredible, attentive, loving families too. Parents were involved in their education and lives from Kindergarten on through graduation until their deaths. Knowing Josh the driver and Dusty, they all probably thought testing the car on a runway was the safest. No other cars to endanger, has distance etc. Little did they know what the outcome would be. We lost some incredible young men that night. Still breaks my heart 💔. Went through cub scouts, T ball, homecoming, proms etc together. Such great memories of them. Reminded that something so innocent, turned tragic in a few seconds. Miss them so much. Thanks for sharing their story.
Driving at 120mph isn’t taking risks?😂
Charlene Griffin's. What a beautiful tribute & comment. It really touched me, thank you Charlene, my deepest condolences to you. Peace love & empathy.🐦💙🙏
I'm sure these boys had great parents. There were no alcohol in their system, proof that they were good young men. It's heart breaking. May you and your family be safe.
So sad😓 I guess they missed the end of the runway too late in the dark. 😞🙏😢
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As a mother of 3 this is something you worry about when you hand your keys over once they get a drivers license. You pray that they make wise choices. My heart goes out to their families. Thank you for a sensitive video Scott. Maybe this video will save a precious life.
I lost one of my children. Prior to driving age. But driving age is the worst time of worry it’s true. 😞
My son is 21 he scared to drive he Hurd about the accident as a small boy we live 5 minutes from the rd
Thank you Scott for sharing. I lost my oldest son in 1998, in a car accident, 10 days after his 19th birthday💔🥲
He was the passenger, no drugs, alcohol or speed was at fault, lack of sleep was the cause. It will be 24 yrs in May and it still feels like yesterday🥲
May they all rest in peace🙏🏻💙🙏🏻
He is in a better plane
May god forgive and have mercy on him and enter him to paradise 🌹
Miss Sandy, for your Beloved Son...❤🙏⚘
My sister... I don't believe a person can ever recover from such, only God can hold you up....
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I'm so sorry for your loss of your son far too young to die, it is so tragic, I am a mother myself to two teenagers and I can't imagine anything worse than losing a child that's every parents worst nightmare. You never get over it 😥💔
You definitely don't sound harsh. Did a wonderful job and I applaud you. May they all RIP🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Irrespective of the topic, you are a class act Scott. You deal with this sensitive subject matter with utter decorum and respect - keep up your good work
Thank you so much Killian
Scott, you did a great job telling their story. In the late 70's there were two horrific accidents that involved people that I went to school with. R.I.P Marina Titans
When we are young we are invincible we think. You did a great job telling about this tragedy. Your Mom did good raising you!!! You show such compassion! Thanks Scott
Another touching tribute Scott. I cannot believe how young those boys were. Dustin died the day after his 19th birthday. His life was just beginning. So sad.
I lost my best friend in 2020 to a single vehicle accident. It’s been the hardest to get through. My prayers and hearts go out to this family and to you Scott. Rip to them!
Just last week 6 teenaged girls In Tishomingo, OK were killed in a wreck. The car was built for 4 people max. A couple of bad decisions and they turned in front of a semi
They were on their school lunch break. Many times in HS I drove my friends to lunch. One time we did get in a wreck. Not fatal but some got hurt.
Good lord 6?? That’s awful truly awful
OMG!! GOD BE WITH THOSE GRIEVING PARENTS. 😥
It didnt even make the national News !😔
@@shawnhill3482 It did. I saw it in North Dakota. So very sad.
Going down the Scott on tape rabbit hole. Enjoyed half a dozen videos today. Thank you Scott for all the great content as always!
I've done that too! What a fun personality to get to know. I'm hooked. 😉❤️
Wow thank you Matthew!
And thank you to you as well !
@@SCOTTONTAPE yes let's not b like Tom cruise n have "the need for speed" .. it's not the speed that kills rather the sudden stop that gets u! !
It's a little sad the all of the signs say 'In loving memory of' except for the driver's sign. Yes, he made a mistake, but who didn't when they were young. Unfortunately, this turned out so tragic! My husband was an insurance agent in our small community for over 40 years so we saw so much of this. He would host a 'Don't Drink and Drive' event before the proms every year.
Noticed that too
His not having dates stuck out most to me... Which seemed odd but I hadn't noticed the other. I wonder why it was done that way? If it was out of blame wouldn't they have just not put a sign?
My prom of class of 1999. I lost class mates to driving and there was a saying dont drive that way u will die. Never listend that it was just a joke no it wasnt they call it killer lake. In NC and its sad
I think the dates were omitted because his name & the border around the sign took up too much room. At least I hope that was the reason 😪.
I live in Ocala, FL and while yes, there are little roadside memorials all over, the signs up there are official city signs from the looks of it. I cannot recall seeing them before. It's usually a cross with the persons name and the family will come by to place flowers, stuffed animals, by it.
Interesting about the signs. The driver's did not say in Loving Memory, nor did it have the dates on it.... that was a quiet, but powerful statement. This was very respectful, Scott, and something I had not heard about.
Saw the same.. No loving memory for the driver
That was definitely odd. All his says is in memory, I wonder who did the signs
Noticed the same thing. My thought was this was made by one of the parents and still wanted to give him a memorial, but I think they have a hard time possibly not blaming him for losing their children.
I find that extremely petty. All the boys knew what they were getting into when they broke into a private runway. They are all as responsible as the driver. Who is to say the other boys weren't egging him on. I'd like to think any of them could have asked to exit the car if they really wanted to.
My heart breaks for these boys and their families. I myself lost my 19 year old daughter a little over a year ago in a car accident. She was a passenger and was killed along with 2 friends💔 ....on a brighter note I want to thank you for taking me on you're adventures, they are a blast😁 you make me smile and laugh, it is a great distraction from the grief.
Thank you Cheryl
Rip my brothers. What a horrible day that was. But we all had a great night before that happen.. Hard to believe they have been gone so long. Miss you guys!.... Thanks for this nice video man. Glad to see the memory is still standing.
No, you didn’t sound harsh. Watching this reminded me of how many times I lamented that my son was not born with a fail safe instruction book. I am just incredibly thankful that my child survived that powerful, unjustified sense of invincibility that accompanies youth. If one young person hears this story and sees that memorial, perhaps through this video, a life may be saved. Thank you
I remember this. One of them was celebrating a birthday and another one was dating the daughter of the owners of Jumbolair and she got in trouble for giving false statements. The investigation determined no one had alcohol in their system at the time of the crash except her boyfriend; he wasn’t the driver.
I agree with you Scott, it’s just not worth it. Yes 🙌🏻 stop speeding, just be late. I drive a Challenger and I’ll always pick late before accelerate.
What does having a challenger matter? All cars can speed.
@@SlickArmor the point is that just because you’re in a car that can go over 200 mph doesn’t mean you should. Soon all the cars will be autonomous anyway and speeding will no longer exist 😁
@@mistyvideotaped But it sure is nice that you can especially when fleeing trouble. Exceeding the speed limits will always be available if only through a hack.
Sad story..
My kids went to school with these boys. I would like to say that was the only accident that took the lives of the friends or classmates but its not. Don't give your kid a car to drive that is to much car. Put them in a Buick or something safer. Cool will come later.
Your kind heart and genuineness always shines through in your videos. This was a beautiful tribute to those young men whose lives ended way too soon
Such a sad and tragic accident. Thank you for sharing Scott. May they all rest in peace 🙏
Sometimes when I watch these I get somewhat speechless or like a blank feeling, you know what I mean?? It's so sad!! You have a good heart Scott!!
So tragic, too often do we read stories similar to this one. In the end they never listen, because they think they know better. All we can do is continue to keep sending the message and hope that it saves lives. RIP Guyz. I don't think you were harsh at all, sometimes you have to be hard to be kind. Thank you Scott
Scott what a very nice tribute you provide here. This is something you came across and obviously made a hurting impression in your heart. To make you come back to this years later and make this video. You are a kind caring person, and this is something that needs to be seen. Thank you for doing so it gives us all a reminder of what can happen and will happen if we get involved in careless acts. To see 5 young lives gone in one minute of time. You made this with love in your heart, and I would say this touching look back and your approach is that of total class and dignity.
I look forward to more of your videos. Thank you, Sincerely Senior Chief Harry R. Palmer,
You did a wonderful job talking about the tragic accident and showing respect to their memorial.
I loved what you said on here Scott. Teenagers suffer so much from peer pressure.. I lost my 17 year old son.. He left Mississippi to go visit his dad and stepmother in Juneau, Alaska back in 1996.. He passed away while on a camping trip to a alcohol overdose.
Thank You Scott for the respect you gave to these 5 young men who lost their lives in this horrible accident... You are the best!!
Every parent should show this video to their sons from the age of 13 to 40. This video can save lives.
Thank you A.M. That’s what I was thinking while filming it. I remember being a reckless teenage boy and it’s scary what can actually happen
Love your videos Scott, this is up near where I live, John Travolta does lots of charity work in Ocala, I have meet him once at the local mall, very nice man, nobody treats him like a big celebrity, just as a regular person, anyway, keep up your great videos and thanks for all you do.
Good show Scott. You're such a good storyteller. I live in Tampa and was very well aware of this accident. Just horrific. I love John Travolta too! And Burt Reynolds who lived nearby. Keep up the good work.
RIP to all the young men. I can't imagine what those families went thru. Prayers for the families
How awful this must be for their parents and family. I get choked up by these situations.
You said it well. When we're young we liked to push everything to the limit. This was so sad. Thank you for being so respectful in all these videos. RIP 🙏 BOYS
Wow! Normally there are remnants of roots/trunk of some sort being such a large oak tree, but they made sure to grind it all the way down. Sad story but beautifully shared. Thank you.
As a mother of several 20 somethings i am deeply grateful you created this short film. As a single mother of young women and men i find it very challenging to ensure my family and their friends hear me on safety. I even tell them i will gladly and free of judgement call an Uber to get any and all of them for any reason at any hour. I sent them all this video as Friday night nears. I know that nearly almost all- if not all of us have done things that were risky to say the least. I have been in those situations in my younger days with great regret. It is never worth it! My heart goes out to the loved ones and friends of these 5 young men. 🕊️💐🐓
Such a tragedy. If only the young ones could know they are not invincible. Thanks for sharing Scott ❤😭
Very touching Scott. My brother got into a horrible accident when I was 16, he was going to fast through a small embutment (small bridge for those who don't live in the country. Lol) and he met a van coming through the other side, tried to stop but loose gravel propelled him on, and he hit the van head on. Long story short, he's still with us, thank the Lord, but he lost both eyelids, skin off his forehead and the tip of his nose, when he hit the windshield. The other people were fine, just terrified when my bro got out to check on them. But you are right, when we're young, we think we're invinsible and nothing can stop us and we make dumb decisions. I didn't know about this story, but I am going to show this to my daughter, who happens to be a new driver, 😱🙈🤬. Thank you for sharing.
Again, the hardest working man on TH-cam. Your love and compassion you show during your videos is commendable
How heartbreaking. Thank you for paying tribute to these young men lost way too early.
I spent my High School years in Ocala, lost friends to car accidents like this, so very sad, thank you for sharing,
Im in Australia and I remember the 1980s getting your first car, we drove manual cars and they were second hand cars, our parents never bought us powerful cars. They were beat up cars to gain experience on the roads.
Hey Scott you should do the tragic Randy Rhoad from Ozzy osbourne band. He crashed the plane in the same area as John travoita lives. It’s in leesburg florida.
that's is also private property . unless you get permission.
I was thinking about that same thing.
The anniversary of that accident was Iast month in March. I think it's been 45 years?
Daze with Jordan had did a video of that on his videos.
Hey Scott. In Ocala (dunnellon area) is where the movie “jeepers creepers “ was tape you can actually drive on that road.
I'm 68 and have done stupid things as a teenager, been there done that. Thanks for sharing the story
My husband and i were visiting my mother inlaw in the villages in ladylake and its right next to Ocala. On the way back home we actually realized we were driving next John in his jag . I looked over smiled he smiled back then i can only imagine the shock and look on my face as it dawned on me who i just smiled and waved at . He cracked up laughing and got off the next exit . But its something ill never forget .
That is so cool! He seems like such a nice man
Hey Scott, John Travolta also lived in an airplane community in Port Orange, FL near Daytona Beach. It was called Spruce Creek. My Aunt and Uncle lived there. The community voted for John Travolta to leave because he was landing his jets there and the runway wasn’t equipped to handle his heavy aircraft. It was a neat community and all the streets were named after aviation terminology e.g. Tail Spin Lane and Downwind Drive. I enjoyed your video! Take care and God bless.
Your words are so true.... ✌ 60 year old me..... 206 SEATTLE
You did an awesome job with this story. You weren't harsh at all. You just spoke the truth. Young drivers should definitely watch this.
What a shame, 5 handsome young men. My father told me as a teen "It's better to be a live chicken than a dead duck." Very sad, there are huge voids in the hearts of many familys.
Soo True 🙏🏽
May they all RIP, all my blessings sent to them and their families.
Thank you for covering this, I have not heard of this story.
Love from Washington State.
What a very sad story prayers for all evolved and all who are left to grieve this great loss thanks for the video and story and talking about this hard subject!
You know, Scott…. You are a deep, kind and compassionate person. One of the best I have seen. God bless you always
This one was hard to watch for me… but so glad you made it Scott…your a sweet soul ✨💖
I lost my 17 year old nephew…although Jamil was more like a little brother to me…
He was a passenger with three other friends & a 26 year old drunk-driver at the wheel…sadly that all passed away, the driver was speeding, he lost control, hitting a telegraph pole…
We need these signs in Australia, they are a sad reminder…but we all need to be reminded to more take care.
Love your channel by the way💗
Thank you so much Kirsty and I’m so sorry for your loss
Thank you Scott…also sorry for your loss too 💕when you’ve mentioned your parents, you can tell how special they were…
Take care x
I lost my best friend. Because of dumb s.... like this. He was only 17 years old. I'm now 38 just turned 38. I have a memorial on my arm in memory of him. So im reminded every day. Long story short. The driver and car my buddy was in. Driver died on impact and the passenger became a vegetable and my buddy later died at the hospital. Rest in peace Sheldon 🙏🏻❤🌹 Thank you for this Scott. Love your videos bro. They get me through rough days! Much love from Chicago 🤘🏼😎❤
“THERE’S NOTHING WRONG WITH WALKING AWAY” So true Scott…Thank You…
Tragic. Such loss. RIP to them all. Prayers for the families and friends.
I wonder why the driver’s memorial sign was different. Such a tragedy. During my high school years and even in college I also had peers who died in car accidents. I was just one year younger than these boys when they passed away and I am here just thinking how short their lives were cut. Rest In Peace to all of them.
Wondering the same thing....
looking at this on google maps, in dec 08 there are only 4 signs so the driver's must've been added at a later date. poignant that in dec 07 there are no signs at all.
My thoughts as well. RIP
It doesn’t even look like a car. Such a tragic thing to happen. Thank you for honoring these five young men. ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏
That was a big tree. It would have been a miracle if any of them survived. And im sure they didn't think that anything would go wrong. Like you said they were being boys out to have some fun. It is sad on how the passed. Thank you for sharing and you do put your heart in your stories that you do. Thank you.
I find peace and serenity when I watch your shows.
I know I did alot of crazy things when I was young being a teenager I regret lots of things we did but u learn from ur mistakes that's for sure ur right 100%
Thank you for sharing this story. It’s with heavy hearts for family and friends but your saving a life. Your not speaking I’ll of any of the young men as your being a voice for them as well as others. I appreciate you and all of your work. May their families find some comfort and peace as the days go on.
I commend you for posting this tragic story. Let's hope others will heed your warning. Peace out. ☮
Well those who don't respect themselves generally don't respect others.
Is john t. Dead
@@vanessanapier4215 No....didn't you watch the video?
Thank you for using your platform for something so important. They listen to you, not their parents usually. A+. ❤️
I've never heard of this tragedy & these poor parents. The memorial bench is so nice. I noticed Josh (the driver) did not have his birth & passing dates like the others
Imagine coming up to the end of that runway tho, at 130 MPH and didn't see it coming in time to stop? The horror. My God. Like driving off a collapsed bridge.
Thank you for this lovely tribute to the five young men as well as your advice to the young. None of us live forever. Sometimes we can tempt fate but sometimes we become fate. May they rest in peace
And thank you so much for watching Jamie ❤️
Scott wow what a sad story. My heart breaks when I hear these stories about young people dying. 💔
@scott on Tape I had to come back in and tell you thank you for having such a large heart ❤ and healing way of bringing these stories ahead again. Its a service you do for our drivers of all ages. Please join adventures with Purpose and see what happens when water is involved. God bless you
you arent speaking harsh of the deceased, you are AND SHOULD speak harsh to help prevent that kind of accident of happening again.. tough love bro.!!!! dont ever apoligize for that.. those kids were not stupid, they just did a stupid thing and it caused a bad situation..
I agree we all have done idiotic things when we were younger, when something like this happens, it really hits home, I think you are informative and very respectful, thank you.
Scott, thank you so much for covering this topic. And you are right on everything you said. You were extremely cautious on the way you spoke and your advice can definitely save lives if we all listen. IT IS A SAD STORY. Where are their gravesites ?
Mostly in that area from what I remember . I hope to visit them this upcoming year
Lost my best friend to a car accident where he was speeding. Thanks for the video man. It reminded me that life is too short. Be careful
Very nice tribute, Scott. Such a tragedy.
Great message telling the youth you don't have to bow down to peer pressure! 👏
Beautifuly done Scott and no you were not harsh in any way. Your message was delevered with such concern and kindness. Thank you.
So tragic.
Thanks for retelling the story and the important message it entails.
Hello Scott 🙋🏽. I love the way you chose topics that Are relatable to everyone. This one really shocked me. I didn't know anything about it. THANK YOU ‼️❤️👍🏽😊. THIS IS REALLY SAD . REST IN PEACE YOUNG MEN‼️THE FAMILY HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCES ❤️✝️🛐☮️💜🙏(FAMILIES)
Scott a beautiful memorial to those 5 young men. So sad.
Thanks Scott for this video, my respect to the 5 boys perished in this accident and my support to their loved ones. This is only speculation, but there could be one more "natural" reason behind horrible accidents like these. Depending on for example how low you sit in the vehicle, what is your speed and if it is dark (even a full moon could play its tricks), you could think that the runway would still continue when in fact you have reached the end of it and it's too late to stop. Similar kind of visual illusion could make you drive into the water; it happened in my hometown when young soldiers got lost on their way back to their base, took a route through a harbor area and drove straight into the sea while apparently thinking that the road continued on when it didn't (in this latter case the road did continue but on the other side, there was water between). In any case, this was a tragic accident and hopefully it will never happen again.
PLEASE, young people - this CAN happen to TOO YOU and to YOU and to YOU! One single risk is all it will take. Don’t send the police to your door to notify YOUR parents that they will never see you in this life again!! Speaking up with a “no, man…I ain’t doin’ it” does NOT make you a coward!” It makes you …… ALIVE! And alive is the only way to live…
It breaks my heart that the driver recognized he was in trouble seconds before impact and tried to correct and slow down. I pray none felt ANY pain and that “died upon impact” meant just that.
Scott, you, my friend are an absolute TREASURE!!! I don’t know what you were doing before TH-cam, but whatever it was, was wrong!
You touch so many hearts! You present your episodes with kindness, compassion and caring. You research for details not yet presented and you never become maudlin.
Thank you so much for just being you! (I wonder who else you’d be?)
You didn’t speak harsh Scott, 5 young men lost their lives for something stupid! And like you say we all do stupid things! You do have some young followers so maybe you saved a life, you never know! Be safe be healthy and peace bro! 🕯💔🙏 I did notice something with the memorial signs, only Josh has a different one, leaving out in loving memory, was the only sign that didn’t have in loving memory!
Scott, I enjoy your narrating and watching your videos. You are very respectful and tell it like it is. Great as always.
You're a lucky guy. Your patents INDULGED you. A blessing for sure.
*parents
'Your patants' . . . Hmmmmmmm 💀
@@paulsuprono7225 I'm sure that was a typo. Duh. 😱
Thank you for sharing this terrible accident.
You give a message to the young generagion by telling it.
R.I.P. boys.
Sadly no one could of survived that crash. We all were young once. RIP young men.
What a senseless loss. So sad! Thank you for this video. 😭❤️🙏🏻
You have a kind heart when do theses forgotten stories I can see hurt you feel when u do certain videos were here were not going anywhere we love u always be safe hope to meet u someday and party 💖 💗 💓 ❤️
I did alotta stupid stuff when I wad a teen, I'm a mom, gramma, mimi, & grt gramma now... & 68 yrs old 2day... ty, 4 sharing & being caring... God bless & peace out & prayers always 🙏 ❤ ✌💔🕊☮😪
God Bless you Scott.
Great video Scott and your words couldn't be more correct, you didn't sound harsh, you were real. Nothing but respect for you bro, keep up the great work!
Thank you so much !
Outstanding---Glad I found your channel---you have a clear, compassionate and thorough delivery style--that being said, on this topic--John Travolta is a dark figure, he sold his soul for fame and money via Scientology.....sacrifices were made: his first son "Jett" for his jet....Kelly Preston knew too much, she did not die from cancer.....many sacrifices are made around John Travolta.
Ty for sharing. You were very respectful..
So sad. Vehicles should NOT for any damn reason be ABLE to go that fast!!!! Rip young men😢🌹💔
Excellent job Scott in honoring those precious soles. Thank you, your mama would be proud your a good son.
Hey Scott you should go film where Randy Rhoad crashed a plane where Ozzy once stayed. It’s in leesburg
My husband has a 66 Mustang that he’s had for over 49 years and never went over the speed limit. Still has that car today tucked away in the garage. That God he’d never got crazy with that car. RIP BOYS. 💔😔