Jeremy Renner, known for his role as Hawkeye in the 'Avengers' films, has opened up about the critical error that led to his near-fatal snowplow accident on New Year's Day 2023. In a recent interview, Renner described the 'tiny but monumental' misstep that resulted in him being run over by his own snowplow.
'It was just a critical error, a miscalculation,' Renner explained. 'I thought I could quickly jump out of the PistenBully [snowplow] and stop it from sliding towards my nephew.' Renner had exited the vehicle to assist his nephew, who was having trouble with his own vehicle in the snowy conditions. However, the snowplow began to slide, and in his attempt to stop it, Renner was pulled under the tracks.
The accident resulted in severe injuries, including blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries. Renner underwent multiple surgeries and spent weeks in recovery. He has since been sharing his progress with fans and emphasizing the importance of snowplow safety.
'I'm just very grateful to be alive,' Renner said. 'And I hope my story can serve as a reminder to others to be extremely cautious when operating heavy machinery in winter conditions.' He is now dedicating time to advocating for better safety measures and training for snowplow operators.
Jeremy Renner Details Critical Error in Near-Fatal Snowplow Accident
Actor Jeremy Renner has shared new details about the snowplow accident that nearly took his life in January 2023. Renner explained that a small but significant mistake led to the incident where he was run over by his own snowplow. The 'Avengers' star is now focused on recovery and raising awareness about snowplow safety. He hopes his story will help others avoid similar accidents.