Police Department Told to Cease Lego Head Coverups in Social Media Posts
In a shocking turn of events, the Southern California Police Department has been forced to stop using Lego heads to obscure the identities of suspects in photos posted on social media. The culprit behind this sudden change? None other than the infamous Danish toy company, Lego.
For years, law enforcement officials in Southern California have used Lego heads as a way to protect the privacy of suspects in their custody. The practice, while unorthodox, has garnered attention from police departments around the country, and has even been praised by some civil liberties groups for its creativity.
But it seems as though Lego has finally had enough. In a statement released yesterday, the company cited concerns about trademark infringement and unsanctioned use of their products, as well as the potential negative impact on their brand image.
“It has come to our attention that the Southern California Police Department has been using Lego heads in a manner that is inconsistent with our brand guidelines,” the statement reads. “We have therefore requested that they stop doing so immediately.”
While some might view this as a victory for civil liberties and transparency in law enforcement, others are less than thrilled about the decision. Many police officers and supporters of the “Lego head coverup” method are decrying the decision as an attack on creativity and innovation.
“I can’t believe this is happening,” said one police officer who wished to remain anonymous. “The Lego head thing has been a lifesaver for us. Now we’re going to have to come up with a whole new way to obscure suspects’ faces. It’s like we’re being handcuffed by Lego.”
Critics of the practice also point out that using a toy to cover up a suspect’s face could be seen as trivializing the serious nature of the charges against them. They argue that using something like a traditional black bar or blur technique would be more appropriate and respectful.
Despite the controversy, it seems as though the Southern California Police Department has no choice but to comply with Lego’s demands. The company has threatened legal action if the practice does not cease immediately, leaving the department with no wiggle room.
So what’s next for Southern California law enforcement? Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure: we won’t be seeing any more Lego heads in their social media posts anytime soon.
