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People Noticed This Hacked Sign In Denver That Spreads Anti-Police And Anti-Karen Messages
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People Noticed This Hacked Sign In Denver That Spreads Anti-Police And Anti-Karen Messages

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Road signs are a crucial part of traffic. They tell you everything you need to know about the road ahead of you—where to go, how to do about doing so, etc.

There are also more dynamic and elaborate means of informing the driver of things happening on the road, like an LED-based sign that provides all of the necessary information on the specifics of upcoming road closures and whatnot… as well as of the fact that certain individuals have tiny genitalia… I’m sorry, what?

So, someone got their hands on Denver’s LED road signs and changed the messages a bit

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So, turns out, someone hacked one of these LED-based traffic signs that were originally there to inform people of roadworks and other relevant information. Instead of providing that particular info, it now said more profane things about anything but traffic.

Pictures and video started popping up of this one particular road sign in Denver, Colorado that, instead of the usual road info, said things like “All cops have small peepees,” “F@#$ the feds,” and “Don’t be a c@#$, Karen.”

Instead of road work information, these new signs proclaimed profane anti-law enforcement messages

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It is still unknown whether someone actually got unauthorized access to the sign and hacked it, or whether it was possibly the work of rogue road workers or traffic regulators themselves, but it sent quite a statement in multiple directions.

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People do, however, speculate that this is the work of hacktivists who are responding to the recent developments in the Breonna Taylor case whereby the police officers responsible for her death received no punishment.

People speculate that this is likely the work of hacktivists as it has happened several times before

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These speculations stem from the fact that this isn’t the first time it has happened. Back in 2016, unknown hackers attacked some Texas Department Of Transportation signs and changed roadworks messages into ones in support of Bernie Sanders and Barrett Brown, while other messages were against Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. For context and a reminder, 2016 was election year.

A digital community for anarchist, anti-fascist, autonomous anti-capitalist, and anti-colonial movements called It’s Going Down has taken the blame for another such attack—one that made a traffic sign say “F@#$ the police,” also in Denver.

Besides the anti-police messages, there was also one aimed at ‘Karens’

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Yet other attacks against said signs seem to be done just for a laugh, saying things like “Work is canceled, go back home” and “Gorilla deserved it,” which is a reference to the shooting of Harambe, also in 2016. The Karen one is self-explanatory.

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Pictures and even a video popped up on Twitter, drawing the internet’s attention. The tweet in question managed to get nearly 60,000 retweets as of the moment of this article, with over 350,000 likes.

The internet’s reactions were varied. Many took it as a joke and enjoyed a good laugh. Some were cheering such behavior on, while others were trying to draw everyone’s attention that not all police officers are bad people and such abuse of the police is wrong. Yet others shared their stories of seeing hacked signs.

A driver-by also shared a video of this on TikTok (warning: profanity)

@hannahb15edited so i don’t get banned :—-((( ##foryou ##fyp ACABACABACABACAB ##denver♬ smol peepees – hannoh banano

What are your thoughts on this? What phrases would you want your local road signs to say? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Jessica
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are a lot of great men and women law enforcement. I support BLM and i think the police shouldn't have power to bust in your home and shoot you while your asleep or to kill you when you ask for help, or walk down the road, or just for being black...... but those bad cops are making it hard for good cops to feel welcome by the community they serve... This is childish and the wrong way to shed light on an issue. "The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them" -Ida B. Wells. this isn't truthful its hurtful and dumb as fK. Support the cops who have done good! put the murdering bastard cops in jail. #sayhername #BML #justiceforamahd

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Suzi Gauthier
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The right way is to double their pay AND their training requirements and give good cops a way to report bad cops without putting themselves in danger. Also, local foot patrols in violent neighborhoods worked wonders in Miami. The cops got to know the bad players became familiar with the good people, who in turn were more apt to turn in the bad guys to the cops. It's harder to treat someone like s**t if you know them. They stop being a stranger & become a human being.

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Stille20
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What are you highlighting the lowest common denominator? These people are not adding to intelligent discussion, just being hateful.

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Louloubelle
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a woman with the name Karen, I find it reprehensible that they would make just another sign slurring my name. As I've said here before, it is bullying, plain and simple. And for those of you that want to tell me it's a joke and don't be so sensitive. How about you substitute your name in all those memes and tell me how you feel? And don't lie and say it wouldn't bother you. It's out of hand.

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CatWoman312
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s also kind of sexist because basically a woman who expresses any sort of dissatisfaction is automatically classified as a “Karen“

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Andrew Link
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Regardless of your views on Police, BLM, The term "Karen", etc. the sign shouldn't be displaying profanities like F***. Very un-family-friendly, and a waste of electricity

mikaaackerman avatar
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

-Wow, I mean I'm looking at comments rn seeing people's Replies and I agree with yall UwU These People are Tripping TvT-

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El Dee
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We all need to smile, this is just a bit of innocent(ish) fun. Peepees lol!

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elfin
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are good cops. And horrible cops. If someone is a good cop then they are morally obliged to report the horrible cops and testify against them if applicable. Sadly, many police departments act like cults. They protect their horrible members at all costs and try to destroy and whistleblowers. A good cop has to have the courage to take on his own.

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Wen
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Police are heroes. They already have a hard job and these ignorant BLM ppl out here rioting over justified shootings are making their job impossible. BLM destroyed my city and looted/vandalized every businesses downtown and destroyed innocent people's livelihoods. This is not funny. It's all fun & games til you call 911 and Nobody comes bc nobody wants to be a cop anymore.

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CatWoman312
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3 years ago

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Basically these people just want anarchy. Why are they even in this country? That’s not what we’re about

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Suzi Gauthier
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, they just don't want to be murdered. They're not defunding completely, they just need to get rid of the massive weapons they have been accumulating, tanks, etc., and they need trained people to work with mentally ill subjects, not some guy who had 6 months training & was bullied in school. They hold our lives in their hands. With great privilege comes great responsibility.

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thepinkrobot
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3 years ago

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Go ahead and try to convince me or anyone of color otherwise, and I will also ask you to name me a few good Nazis.

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Jessica
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are a lot of great men and women law enforcement. I support BLM and i think the police shouldn't have power to bust in your home and shoot you while your asleep or to kill you when you ask for help, or walk down the road, or just for being black...... but those bad cops are making it hard for good cops to feel welcome by the community they serve... This is childish and the wrong way to shed light on an issue. "The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them" -Ida B. Wells. this isn't truthful its hurtful and dumb as fK. Support the cops who have done good! put the murdering bastard cops in jail. #sayhername #BML #justiceforamahd

suzi63 avatar
Suzi Gauthier
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The right way is to double their pay AND their training requirements and give good cops a way to report bad cops without putting themselves in danger. Also, local foot patrols in violent neighborhoods worked wonders in Miami. The cops got to know the bad players became familiar with the good people, who in turn were more apt to turn in the bad guys to the cops. It's harder to treat someone like s**t if you know them. They stop being a stranger & become a human being.

Load More Replies...
hazelree avatar
Stille20
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What are you highlighting the lowest common denominator? These people are not adding to intelligent discussion, just being hateful.

karenjohnston avatar
Louloubelle
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a woman with the name Karen, I find it reprehensible that they would make just another sign slurring my name. As I've said here before, it is bullying, plain and simple. And for those of you that want to tell me it's a joke and don't be so sensitive. How about you substitute your name in all those memes and tell me how you feel? And don't lie and say it wouldn't bother you. It's out of hand.

sweetangelce04 avatar
CatWoman312
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s also kind of sexist because basically a woman who expresses any sort of dissatisfaction is automatically classified as a “Karen“

Load More Replies...
andrewmlink avatar
Andrew Link
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Regardless of your views on Police, BLM, The term "Karen", etc. the sign shouldn't be displaying profanities like F***. Very un-family-friendly, and a waste of electricity

mikaaackerman avatar
ᴍɪᴋᴀꜱᴀ ᴀᴄᴋᴇʀᴍᴀɴ
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

-Wow, I mean I'm looking at comments rn seeing people's Replies and I agree with yall UwU These People are Tripping TvT-

el_dee avatar
El Dee
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We all need to smile, this is just a bit of innocent(ish) fun. Peepees lol!

lynnnoyes avatar
elfin
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are good cops. And horrible cops. If someone is a good cop then they are morally obliged to report the horrible cops and testify against them if applicable. Sadly, many police departments act like cults. They protect their horrible members at all costs and try to destroy and whistleblowers. A good cop has to have the courage to take on his own.

wendytabor avatar
Wen
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Police are heroes. They already have a hard job and these ignorant BLM ppl out here rioting over justified shootings are making their job impossible. BLM destroyed my city and looted/vandalized every businesses downtown and destroyed innocent people's livelihoods. This is not funny. It's all fun & games til you call 911 and Nobody comes bc nobody wants to be a cop anymore.

sweetangelce04 avatar
CatWoman312
Community Member
3 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

Basically these people just want anarchy. Why are they even in this country? That’s not what we’re about

suzi63 avatar
Suzi Gauthier
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, they just don't want to be murdered. They're not defunding completely, they just need to get rid of the massive weapons they have been accumulating, tanks, etc., and they need trained people to work with mentally ill subjects, not some guy who had 6 months training & was bullied in school. They hold our lives in their hands. With great privilege comes great responsibility.

Load More Replies...
thepinkrobot avatar
thepinkrobot
Community Member
3 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

Go ahead and try to convince me or anyone of color otherwise, and I will also ask you to name me a few good Nazis.

iapetosdertitan avatar
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