A mallard was captured by a traffic camera in Koeniz, Switzerland, zooming at 52km/h in a 30km zone, raising eyebrows as police cite it as a likely repeat offender from 2018.
Swiss Speed Camera Catches Duck in Hilarious Traffic Incident
Swiss Speed Camera Catches Duck in Hilarious Traffic Incident
A wild duck in Switzerland has been caught speeding twice, causing locals to question its repeat offenses.
In a bizarre turn of events, a mallard duck has been officially clocked speeding by traffic cameras in Koeniz, a picturesque town in central Switzerland. The incident, which took place on April 13, saw the feathery speedster captured on radar traveling at 52km/h—a far cry from the 30km/h speed limit in place.
In a whimsical twist, local authorities announced that they suspect this particular duck might be a repeat offender, pointing to a striking similarity with an image taken in the same location on the same date, albeit five years earlier. This identical epiphany has led to speculation amongst residents concerning the "notorious racer" duck's escapades, with some discerning minds suggesting it could be an elaborate April Fool's prank. However, local law enforcement clarified that the integrity of the radar images is upheld; they are sealed and undergo annual testing by the Federal Institute of Metrology in Switzerland.
The duck's fame doesn't end there; Koeniz officials cheekily engaged their community via Facebook, encouraging lighthearted discussion about the curious case of the duck's record speeds and pondering the maximum airspeed of ducks. They humorously expressed their hopes for residents to enjoy this peculiar anecdote, completing their post with well-wishes for pondering "criminal machinations of animals."
As the town buzzes with enthusiasm over the rebellious duck, questions about the potential consequences for its transgressions linger in the air, heightening the atmosphere of amusement surrounding this unique incident.
