Angry drivers torching traffic cameras in England
December 27, 2007 – 9:13 amFiled under: Robots, Transportation
Apparently, the Luddite tradition of machine breaking is alive and well in its country of origin. According to a report, a group calling itself MAD — or Motorists Against Detection — have taken to setting autonomous traffic cameras ablaze across the United Kingdom, and are detailing their exploits on a website (of course). The group’s “PR” claims they have been active since 2000, and have destroyed over 1000 roadside cameras. Says the group’s leader, Capt. Gatso, “The vigilante anti-speed camera group have announced a summer of MADness which will see them target for destruction all speed cameras in the UK. It’s now going to be a period of zero tolerance against all speed cameras.” The gang of disgruntled drivers also plans a day of action called “National Cover-Up Your Number Plates Day.” Guy Fawkes would be proud.
[Thanks, Anand]
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