CLOSE CALL: YouTubers Doing Food Review Narrowly Escape Death

A terrifying moment caught on camera has sent shockwaves through the YouTube community: popular food reviewers Nina Santiago (NinaUnrated) and Patrick Blackwood narrowly escaped a deadly incident while filming a food review at CuVee’s Culinary Creations in Houston, Texas. As they were mid-meal, an SUV crashed through the restaurant’s window, sending shards of glass and the booth flying—putting their lives in immediate danger.

In a split second, Patrick acted first—he pushed Nina away from the force of the impact just as the window shattered. The clip of that moment quickly went viral, capturing the raw terror and reflex that likely saved their lives.

Both influencers were injured, sustaining cuts and bruises, but thankfully avoided critical harm. Nina shared images of her facial and arm wounds from her hospital visit, while Patrick also revealed his injuries. In the aftermath, they posted heartfelt messages about how the experience reminded them of life’s fragility and the importance of cherishing every moment.

Restaurant officials confirmed the driver, who was not impaired, mistook the gas pedal for the brake—causing the vehicle to roll forward and strike the glass wall at high speed. Local police termed it a freak accident.

Fans and followers flooded social media with messages of relief, encouragement, and empathy. Many echoed Nina’s sentiment: life is too short for anger or grudges, and today matters more than tomorrow.