Viral Video Shows Attack On CHP Officer As Good Samaritans Rush To Aid In Orange County

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Now-viral cellphone footage captured the moment when three good samaritans jumped out of their vehicles to come to the aid of a California Highway Patrol officer who was being attacked by a man on the side of a freeway onramp, KTLA reported.

The video was filmed on May 19 at around 5 p.m., at the Main Street northbound entrance to the 5 Freeway in Santa Ana.

According to reports, CHP officers were called to the area after receiving reports of a man screaming at drivers and trying to take down signage on the freeway. When an officer responded, the man suddenly attacked.

The video shows the responding officer getting tackled by the man. Moments later, three residents can be seen rushing to help the officer.

To see the video of the good samaritans who helped a California Highway Patrol officer who was being attacked, visit KTLA.