German police were in for a surprise when a speed camera near Dortmund captured an unusual sight—a driver wearing a Cookie Monster mask. The man, who exceeded the speed limit, won’t be able to dodge the fine, despite his comedic choice of costume.
At the end of September, a driver in an Audi was caught speeding 11 km/h over the limit on his way to Hagen. When police reviewed the photo from the speed camera, they were stunned to see the driver disguised as the iconic Sesame Street character. Reports from local media suggest that the 57-year-old resident of Hagen may have intentionally sped up to create a funny photo op.
Despite the humor, the driver now faces a 40-euro fine, reminding everyone that road safety comes first, even in lighthearted situations. In an interview with “Bild,” lawyer Arndt Kempgens explained that while the car owner has the right to remain silent, admitting to driving while wearing the mask could result in an additional fine for wearing it behind the wheel.
Though the fine for wearing a mask while driving is only 60 euros, any extra penalty can add up quickly. What seemed like a playful moment could have ended in serious consequences.
Ja klar … es ist total witzig, sich eine Krümelmonster-Maske über den Kopf zu ziehen, damit über die A45 zu fahren und dabei blitzen zu lassen. ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/M7ubchV43b
— Polizei NRW DO (@polizei_nrw_do) October 8, 2024