So, imagine yourself driving along a sunny road, probably singing your favorite song, when suddenly… you see a speed camera! You brake a little abruptly, your heart skips a beat, and then… you realize that this “speed camera” is actually an old American fridge in disguise. That’s exactly what happened in Jullouville, a quiet little town in La Manche.
Yes, you read that right! Someone had the brilliant, or completely crazy, depending on your point of view, idea of installing an American fridge, dressed up for the occasion as an automatic speed camera, along a busy street. I admit, just thinking about it makes me smile. And I bet I’m not the only one! The drivers probably didn’t find it funny at the time. Imagine their surprise, not to say their fright, when they saw this “machine” on the side of the road!
But really, what could possibly push someone to pull off such a stunt? A slightly offbeat sense of humor? A desire to teach drivers in too much of a hurry a lesson? Who knows… In any case, the effect is guaranteed: this fake radar has created a real buzz on social networks.
If you’re wondering how this story got so big, it’s simple: a photo of the famous fridge-radar was shared online, and boom! Internet users seized on the subject. We can only imagine people’s laughter when they discovered the hoax. However, this joke also raises a few questions. Because yes, as funny as it may be, this kind of installation is totally illegal. You could even get a fine of 135 euros if you get caught.
I don’t know about you, but I wonder what the smart guy who pulled this stunt felt when he saw people’s reaction. A bit of pride, no doubt? Or maybe a hint of worry wondering if the police will end up knocking on his door…?
A Little Reminder of the Law
So, a word of advice from a friend: before you let your creative mind run wild and start crazy projects, remember that there are rules to follow. Installing a fake radar is fun, but it’s also illegal. Maybe this little prankster from Jullouville didn’t think of that at the time. Or maybe he did, and he didn’t care at all. But hey, it’s not really worth risking a fine for a joke, is it? Better to find other ways to make people laugh.
Conclusion
It’s crazy to see how a little joke can take on enormous proportions, especially in the age of social networks. Who would have thought that an old fridge disguised as a radar could make people talk about it to such an extent? In any case, it shows that humor still has its place, even in an era where everything seems to be becoming more and more serious.
In the end, maybe that’s the lesson to be learned: never underestimate the power of a good joke to brighten up other people’s day. Well, you just have to make sure it stays within the limits of the law… Because otherwise, it’s less funny.