Literally Blocked In
This looks like the only appropriate time the driver could say they were late since they were blocked in. It’s true – literally. They must have parked badly for something like that to happen. Well, actions have consequences, you know.
It Was Raining
Can we judge whoever did this? The person was looking for a parking spot until there was finally an available one. While the area was for parking, it wasn’t for cars in actuality. It was intended for shopping carts.