His mangled truck became a local spectacle. Then a stranger changed everything.
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Key Points:
- Mo Riles' heavily damaged pickup truck in South Bend, Indiana, attracted widespread attention and online chatter due to its severe condition yet continued drivability.
- Indiana's lack of routine vehicle inspections allowed the truck to remain street legal despite years of accumulating damage.
- Instead of mocking Riles, local resident Colin Crowel initiated a crowdfunding campaign to help him obtain a safer vehicle, raising around $22,000 from approximately 500 donors.
- Riles, who has health issues and relies on dependable transportation for medical appointments, was deeply moved by the community's generosity.
- The campaign culminated in Riles receiving a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado, symbolizing community support and kindness beyond just the vehicle itself.
