On the night of New Year’s Eve in 2014, a group of burglars experienced the fright of a lifetime. Expecting to rob a quiet home in Derby, England, the intruders instead came face to snout with Ludwig, a 240-pound potbellied pig. Abandoning all thoughts of crime once they spotted the pig, the burglars instantly fled the scene and ran for their lives. The “hero ham” had already become a popular figure in his town and was well-loved for his gentle demeanor. In fact, Michael Maughan, Ludwig’s owner, is confident that Ludwig wouldn’t have harmed the intruders, even if he does look quite intimidating. Local officers believe the robbers must have heard Ludwig’s Rottweiler-like “growl” and immediately hit the road, leaving the door wide open behind them. The story of this heroic potbellied pig became a sensation throughout Europe. Countless fans have applauded the Canadian-born hog for his loyalty to his owners. But the owners want to ensure people understand that Ludwig would
never hurt anyone. Some fabricated web stories made Ludwig sound more dangerous than he is, so Maughan spoke to the Toronto Star to dispute any defamations against Ludwig’s kindness. “He’s being painted as a vicious creature when he’s actually quite a sweet animal,” he explained. “He didn’t exactly bare his tusks and charge, I don’t think. I think he got absolutely, ‘Arrgh,’ and they just ran for it.” In fact, Maughan detailed that after a two-month separation during their move to England, the pig shed tears during their reunion. Adorable and affectionate, Ludwig would have probably become friends with the intruders in no time. Even if his “bark” is worse than his bite, Ludwig succeeded in keeping his owners safe while also protecting their home. This 240-pound potbellied pig continues to enjoy his comfortable home in Derby and is considered a town hero. Anyone looking for a guard dog may want to consider a hefty hog instead!
A Ham-Fisted Attempt at Robbery
INTRUDERS FLEE FROM LUDWIG THE PIG
SMILE! YOU’RE ON VIDEO! 3 BENEFITS OF TRUCK DASH CAMERAS
THEY CAN DETER THEFT AND VANDALISM. If you have to park your truck and leave it overnight, you may be worried about thieves stealing your items or vandalizing your vehicle. However, your dash camera is like an extra set of eyes. If someone gets too close to the truck, the sensors activate the camera and begin recording. This can act as a deterrent for burglars. Still, if something of yours is stolen or damaged, you will have video evidence to help law enforcement catch the perpetrators. So, while many truckers have issues with driver-facing cameras, for valid reasons, there are some benefits that can protect you as you continue to transport your load. If you have any questions about dash cameras, please don’t hesitate to contact us! We will be happy to help you in any way we can.
As many of you know, by law, all truck drivers must have a driver-facing camera inside their trucks while working. Some truckers have vocalized their concerns about these dash cameras and how they can invade their privacy. Quite frankly, no one should have video surveillance for most of their waking hours. But the law is here. While there are dozens of reasons why you may not want a driver-facing camera in your truck, we wanted to cheer you up a bit and share some benefits these cameras can have for truckers.
you, the sensors will notify the camera to record. If the video highlights a mistake that truckers tend to make, instructors can point it out and offer strategies for other drivers to prevent the error from occurring. Likewise, if your truck sensors go off and you’re able to get out of a situation correctly, your good judgment can also be used to train others! THEY CAN HELP PREVENT TRAFFIC TICKETS. Dash cameras can provide a clear and accurate record of the events leading up to the accident. It can show the truck’s speed, the distance between other vehicles, and any sudden stops or moves the truck driver or other drivers make. This information can be used in court to determine who is at fault, provide evidence for insurance claims, and clarify the situation for investigators.
DASH CAMERAS HELP TRAIN OTHER DRIVERS.
There are sensors around your truck that notify your camera if it detects specific movements. For example, if you’re too close to a vehicle beside or in front of
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