Mel Gibson had to be helped from his car after shunting into a parked vehicle in Malibu, California.

The Braveheart actor crashed while driving near his home one evening in January (15), and he was reportedly stuck inside the vehicle and had to call a friend to help get him out.

Gibson left a note on the other vehicle containing his contact information, according to Tmz.com, and insurers have reportedly settled the cost of the repairs.

It is not known if Gibson sustained any injuries in the accident.