A man nearly suffers a serious injury during a bench press session when a 145kg barbell appears to slip or descend unexpectedly. The incident is captured on CCTV, showing the lifter in distress as the weight approaches a position where he could be crushed or pinned. As the bar comes down, he appears to react quickly to avoid being hit, with the sequence ending before any crushing impact occurs.
The reports describe the moment as especially alarming because the barbell’s mass—listed as 145kg—would carry significant risk if it contacts the body or falls fully onto the bench area. The footage is presented as evidence of how quickly a high-weight lift can become dangerous if control is lost or assistance is not immediately available.
No details are provided across the available coverage about the man’s identity, the location, whether someone intervened with a spotter or safety equipment, or whether he sustains any injury.
