"Only Death Is Excused": Manager Faces Backlash Over his Reply To Employee For Being Late After Car Crash

A manager's cold response to an employee involved in a car accident has gone viral, sparking widespread outrage online. In a now-viral post, an employee shared screenshots of a conversation with their manager following the accident, revealing an alarming lack of empathy.

The screenshots show the employee sending a picture of their wrecked car, explaining that they had been in an accident. Rather than expressing concern for their safety, the manager's response was simply, "Keep me updated on what time you're expecting to be here."

what would y’all respond with if your manager says this? pic.twitter.com/bZznlPZrLT

— kira 👾 (@kirawontmiss) October 22, 2024

The conversation escalated when the manager insisted that any absence, unless due to a death in the family, was considered unexcused. "Anything that prevents you from being at the workplace other than a death in the family is unexcused at any company," the manager wrote.

The insensitive response quickly made waves on social media, with the post garnering nearly 16 million views on X. Users flooded the comment section with reactions, expressing disbelief and frustration at the manager's attitude. One user wrote, "Managers like this scare me, like is your life that miserable?!"

Another user humorously suggested slashing the manager's tires, while others advocated for quitting the job immediately. “Block and delete. Never go back to that work,” one commenter advised.

The viral incident has reignited conversations about toxic work environments and how dismissive management can negatively impact employees’ mental health. The lack of compassion shown in this exchange has resonated with many who have faced similar experiences, highlighting the need for greater workplace empathy.