Freak Accidents

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After the Bethesda Row Apple store's glass door came unhinged and reportedly broke a pedestrian's pelvis, Apple has responded via spokesperson Amy Bessette in a statement to WJLA: "We work hard to make our stores a happy & safe environment for our customers. We've reached out to the family directly to express our condolences and we hope for a fast recovery." [WJLA, Previously]