‘Breathalyse me, please!’: South African driver celebrates first police stop in viral video

A South African law enforcement official pulls over a vehicle during a routine road block.

A South African law enforcement official pulls over a vehicle during a routine road block.

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In a world where many drivers feel a sense of dread when pulled over by the police, South African driver Sinozz Myoyo has turned that anxiety on its head, delighting millions with her joyful reaction to being stopped for the first time in her driving career.

The video, which has since gone viral, showcases the lighter side of a situation many would typically dread.

Myoyo, taking to TikTok under the handle @sinozz_myoyo, couldn't hide her excitement as she revealed, "Got pulled over for the first time ever 🤣🤣 I can’t believe we adults 😭😭😭 the cop was so nice 🤣."

With five years of driving under her belt and never having been pulled over, the moment warranted a celebration - captured on camera with her passengers as eager witnesses.

Embracing the unexpected encounter, Myoyo didn't hold back her playful spirit.

She told the officer, "Please use the breathalyser. Yes, I want the full experience."

The police officer, charmed by her enthusiasm, obliged, and Myoyo passed with a commendable score of zero on the meter, ensuring everyone that her excitement was alcohol-free.

@sinozz_myoyo

Got pulled over for the first time ever 🤣🤣 I can’t believe we adults 😭😭😭 the cop was so nice 🤣

♬ original sound - Sinozz Myoyo

The encounter has resonated with viewers, garnering over 1 million views on TikTok, with comments flooding in from amused netizens.

One user, @monamova3, quipped, “First person I have seen happy to be pulled over 😂😂,” while another, @ma_dladla21, expressed the sentiments of many who often try to avoid encounters with traffic cops, saying, “Then there’s us who avoid traffic cops by all means necessary 😭😭.”

In a country where the often stressful reality of traffic stops prevails, this light-hearted moment brings a refreshing perspective.

Commenting on such positivity in a challenging environment, @lufuno0254 remarked, “Only in South Africa 😂😂😂 ... Don't try this anywhere else,” while @sbosh991, a new driver, found solace in Myoyo's response: “I’m a new driver and I was truly excited when they pulled me over because I was soooo exhausted from driving; I needed to stop 😂😂.”

This episode not only highlights the typically daunting nature of police encounters but also serves as a reminder that laughter can be found in the most unexpected situations.