The context of the following conversation is Alex wasn't paying attention while driving, and happened to hit their car.:
Alex says I can't believe I ran into another car today..
The friend responds How did that happen?.
Alex responds I was looking down at my phone because I got a text..
The friend responds Did the cops know that when they showed up?.
Alex responds I didn't mention that but I said I was just distracted a little bit..
The friend responds Well you're probably going to end up with a ticket then..