August 13, 2024 at 6:47 am

Rude Driver Used His Mom’s Private Parking Space, So He Had It Towed After 5 Minutes. Were They Wrong Or Justified?

by Ashley Ashbee

Source: Pexels/Jonathan Reynaga

It’s remarkable how many people feel entitled to use things that don’t belong to them.

Then get irate when they’re held accountable for it.

Check out this drama involving a tow truck and a reserved parking space.

AITA for getting a car towed just a few minutes after it parked in my mom’s parking spot?

I live with my parents and we rent out 2 spots for both of our vehicles.

One day, as my dad was at work and mom was out grocery shopping, I saw a guy parking his car in our spot.

OP was really nice about it.

I waited a bit, thinking maybe he was just making a 1 minute pit stop.

But he was still away after about 5 minutes.

There were a few visitor parking spots available, so I was baffled why he decided to steal ours.

But his patience had a limit. Evidently, so did this driver’s…

He came out and immediately got into an argument with the tow truck driver, saying he was “Only like, 10 minutes!”

10 minutes after she returned, the guy that stole our spot came to our house and argued with me and mom, saying he was only gonna be there for 5 more minutes.

It got heated, but he eventually walked away, still livid.

AITA?

Here’s what people are saying.

Get out of here with your common sense…

Source: Reddit/AITA

It’s really that simple.

Source: Reddit/AITA

It makes me laugh when people argue that it isn’t civil to hold people accountable for their actions. No one owes you anything.

Source: Reddit/AITA

I bet. Why is it always “Just 5-10 minutes”?

Source: Reddit/AITA

This guy needs a chauffeur.

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Ashley Ashbee | Contributing Writer, Workplace & Culture

Ashley Ashbee is a contributing writer for TwistedSifter specializing in workplace dynamics, employee advocacy, and professional culture. Drawing on her real-world experience as a software consultant, she brings a unique, insider perspective to navigating office conflicts, toxic management, and trending professional dilemmas.

Holding a degree in Professional Writing from York University, Ashley combines her formal editorial training with her corporate background to deliver highly engaging, empathetic narratives. She excels at breaking down complex workplace dramas and translating them into stories that truly empower and validate modern workers.

Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ashley balances her time between the tech and publishing worlds with her love for the outdoors. When she isn’t consulting or writing, she can usually be found exploring local walking trails or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

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