In a world where texting while driving is a serious offense, sometimes a little humor can go a long way—especially when it comes from a police officer. One officer from the Bangor Police Department in Maine took to Facebook to share a side-splitting “Missed Connections” post that has gone viral, proving that not all run-ins with law enforcement have to end in a ticket.
The officer, who goes by the initials “JD,” opened his post with a relatable scenario: “You didn’t notice the light had changed. You also didn’t realize I was conveniently stopped right next to you—going the opposite direction.” He humorously identifies himself as the “guy in the black and white car,” who was just a few feet away, jamming to Fleetwood Mac while the oblivious driver was glued to their phone.
As it turns out, while the cars ahead had moved on, our distracted driver remained completely immersed in their texting. “Were you sad? Nope, you were texting,” JD mused, understanding the all-too-familiar temptation to respond to a message at a red light. He empathized with the driver’s urge to “just quickly reply,” but reminded everyone that texting at a stoplight is illegal, and Maine is no exception.
While all the cars behind the texting driver patiently waited, JD took it upon himself to observe the situation. “I’m sure the message was super important. I can’t question why you were 25 feet behind the green light, just sitting there, lost in your own world.” He continued, revealing that he was listening to “Tusk” and found the moment amusing enough to keep him entertained while waiting for the light.
Instead of blasting his siren or writing a ticket, JD opted for a more humorous approach. “I wanted our eyes to meet naturally. No loud honking to disrupt our flow.” And when their eyes finally locked, the driver blushed, realizing they had been caught in the act. JD cheekily mouthed “S-T-O-P I-T,” and the driver finally moved forward, allowing the cars behind to follow suit.
The story has resonated with many, highlighting the importance of voluntary compliance rather than punishment. JD hopes that this humorous encounter will stick with the driver as a gentle reminder that texting while driving is dangerous. Instead of facing the hassle of a ticket, they now have a funny story to share about the understanding officer who let them off with a warning.
In conclusion, JD wrapped up his amusing tale with some sage advice: “Keep your hands to yourself, respect others’ space, and just be kind.” The residents of Bangor are certainly fortunate to have an officer like him, who brings a little laughter into their day.
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Summary
A Bangor police officer captured the internet’s attention with a humorous “Missed Connections” post about a distracted driver texting at a stoplight. Instead of issuing a ticket, Officer JD chose to share a light-hearted encounter that served as a reminder about the dangers of texting while driving. His funny approach not only entertained readers but also highlighted the importance of kindness and understanding in law enforcement.