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Policemen speak to Santa Claus outise Harrods Store in London after being nicked for
Policemen speak to Santa Claus outise Harrods Store in London after being nicked for obstruction. Santa was offering to pose with passers by while a colleague took pictures
December 1982
Alisdair Macdonald
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London
Greater London
England
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Media ID 21481597
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Beard Customs Festive Funny Police Presents Santa Suit
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In this hilarious and unexpected moment captured in December 1982, we see two London policemen engaged in an amusing conversation with none other than Santa Claus himself. The scene unfolds outside the iconic Harrods Store, where Santa had found himself in a bit of trouble for obstruction. However, instead of reprimanding him, these good-natured officers seem to be thoroughly enjoying their encounter with the festive figure. Santa's intentions were innocent enough - he was offering passersby the opportunity to pose alongside him while his colleague snapped pictures. It's evident that this unconventional approach to spreading Christmas cheer caught the attention of both locals and law enforcement alike. As onlookers chuckled at this unusual sight, it became clear that even those tasked with upholding the law couldn't resist getting into the holiday spirit. This photograph by Alisdair Macdonald captures not only a humorous moment but also highlights how traditions can sometimes take unexpected turns. With his long white beard and unmistakable red suit, Santa Claus has always been associated with joy and presents during Christmas time. Yet here we witness him entangled in a comical situation involving police officers who are usually more accustomed to enforcing laws rather than posing for photographs. Decades later, this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints continues to bring smiles as it reminds us that even those responsible for maintaining order can appreciate some lightheartedness during the festive season.
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