Amherst, Massachusetts: Local Man Accidentally Drives His Porsche Into the Campus Pond

Amherst, Massachusetts: Local Man’s Porsche Plunge Creates Campus StirAmherst, Massachusetts: Local Man’s Porsche Plunge Creates Campus Stir Residents of Amherst, Massachusetts, were treated to an unusual spectacle on Tuesday morning when a local man accidentally drove his Porsche into the campus pond at Amherst College. According to witnesses, the driver, identified as 52-year-old John Smith, was leaving his home on College Street when he apparently mistook the accelerator for the brake. His black 911 Carrera shot forward across the street and into the pond with a resounding splash. “It was like something out of a movie,” said nearby resident Sarah Jones. “I heard this loud noise and looked out my window to see a car sinking into the water.” Emergency responders were called to the scene and assisted in extracting Smith from the submerged vehicle. He was uninjured but visibly shaken. “I’m so glad I’m okay,” Smith said after being released from the hospital. “It was a stupid mistake. I’m just grateful no one else was hurt.” The pond, known affectionately as “the Green,” is a popular spot for students and faculty alike, who often enjoy picnicking and gathering by its edge. The incident has left many wondering how the driver managed to end up in the water. “It’s a strange one, to be sure,” said Amherst police chief Scott Hamilton. “We’re still investigating the circumstances, but it appears that the driver may have had a momentary lapse in attention.” The Porsche was later towed from the pond and taken to a local repair shop. It remains unclear the extent of the damage, but it is likely to be substantial. The incident has sparked amusement and discussion among the Amherst community. Many are sharing photos and videos of the car in the water on social media, using the hashtag #PondPorsche. “It’s certainly something that we’ll be talking about for years to come,” said Amherst College president Biddy Martin. “We’re just relieved that everyone involved is safe.”