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Dog puts SUV in reverse, narrowly escapes collision in Slidell, Louisiana

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Posted at 3:42 PM, Nov 25, 2019
and last updated 2019-11-25 15:43:14-05

SLIDELL, La.-- A Chihuahua in Louisiana was able to put an SUV in reverse, causing it to cross a highway!

Officials said a couple was pumping gas at a station in Slidell when the dog, a five pound Chihuahua who was inside the vehicle, put the SUV in reverse.

Surveillance video shows the SUV then roll backwards across a four-lane highway while the owner tries to stop it.

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The vehicle finally comes to rest at the gas station across the street. Police say it's a miracle no other cars were hit.

However, the owner did sustain a minor injury while trying to chase down the vehicle.

Police said it was discovered that the vehicle had a mechanical issue which allowed the gears to shift without the brakes being pressed.