Traffic police in Krasnoyarsk show a playful moment with a Haval crossover
The Krasnoyarsk Territory’s State Traffic Inspectorate released a video clip that features a police officer dancing and embracing beside a Chinese Haval crossover. The footage appeared on the local traffic police Telegram channel and has drawn attention for its lighthearted tone amid official duties.
In the scene, a man in a Ministry of Internal Affairs uniform, a traffic police badge visible in his hand, dances beside the Haval vehicle while speaking with two fellow inspectors. A segment from a French comedy series is heard in the background, adding a humorous soundtrack to the moment.
The video captures a moment that many observers described as a humorous morale-boosting aside during a routine assignment. The accompanying text notes, “When the inspector is given a brand new car, we are ready to fulfill our official duties in all weather conditions and at any time of the day. It is especially pleasant to work in such company cars.”
Earlier in the year, the Haval F7 model began to appear with traffic police units in several regions. The rollout included not only the standard vehicle upgrades and the distinctive color scheme but also a police nameplate mounted on the radiator grille in place of the ordinary brand badge. These crossovers were acquired as part of the national Road Safety program, a federal initiative aimed at enhancing visibility and safety on Russian roads.
Separately, reports from Astrakhan described a bizarre incident in which a resident, seeking revenge, set a car on fire but did not cause damage to the vehicle itself. This anecdote underscores the broader context of traffic safety and enforcement, where incidents of vandalism or arson intersect with everyday patrol duties.
Such moments, whether serious or lighthearted, illustrate how regional traffic authorities balance public outreach with professional discipline. The use of social media and short video formats allows the authorities to share routines, add a human touch to law enforcement, and remind drivers and pedestrians of the ongoing work to improve road safety across multiple regions.
In summary, the Krasnoyarsk incident highlights a broader trend: the adoption of modern vehicles like the Haval F7 in police fleets, the strategic use of media to communicate with the public, and the ongoing efforts under federal road safety programs to standardize equipment and livery. The episode serves as a reminder that traffic policing combines official duties with moments of levity, all within the framework of a public safety mission. [Source: Telegram channel of the local traffic police, attribution to the State Traffic Inspectorate of Krasnoyarsk Territory].