A mallard duck in Switzerland has become the talk of the town after being caught on a speed camera, sparking speculation about its potential repeat offenses.
Flying Duck Caught Speeding in Switzerland: A Soaring Repeat Offender
Flying Duck Caught Speeding in Switzerland: A Soaring Repeat Offender
Curious case of a speeding mallard raises eyebrows in Koeniz
In a humorous turn of events, a wild duck was captured by traffic cameras in Koeniz, central Switzerland, for speeding in a 30km/h zone. On April 13, the duck was clocked at 52km/h (32mph), astonishing local police who suspect this may not be a one-time incident. Adding to the intrigue, authorities revealed a similar incident from 2018, where a duck matching the description was spotted speeding in the same location at the same speed.
The police are adamant that this is not an April Fool’s prank, with officials clarifying that the radar images are secure and cannot be altered. The traffic cameras undergo regular testing by Switzerland's Federal Institute of Metrology, ensuring the accuracy of such records. Koeniz officials encouraged residents to humorously ponder the implications of this whimsical situation in their Facebook post. Discussions have emerged regarding any potential penalties for the “speeding duck,” with many delighted by this lighthearted reminder of local wildlife antics.
Overall, this peculiar case of the "notorious racer" duck reflects the charm that local news can bring, even if it is just a playful story of nature and the quirks of law enforcement.
The police are adamant that this is not an April Fool’s prank, with officials clarifying that the radar images are secure and cannot be altered. The traffic cameras undergo regular testing by Switzerland's Federal Institute of Metrology, ensuring the accuracy of such records. Koeniz officials encouraged residents to humorously ponder the implications of this whimsical situation in their Facebook post. Discussions have emerged regarding any potential penalties for the “speeding duck,” with many delighted by this lighthearted reminder of local wildlife antics.
Overall, this peculiar case of the "notorious racer" duck reflects the charm that local news can bring, even if it is just a playful story of nature and the quirks of law enforcement.
