Just as the Federal Police are conducting a campaign to discourage drag racing, Federal District police are themselves engaging in the sport.

A video surfaced yesterday on YouTube showing what appears to be a Federal District Public Security patrol car racing a privately-owned vehicle on city streets.

The 40-second-long race was filmed by a passenger in the second vehicle, who offered some commentary, including the observation that the race represented “the best 200 pesos I’ve ever spent,” indicating a bet between the two vehicles.

The police car won the race, following which officers were asked for a telephone number so they could schedule another.

The event is believed to have occurred in the borough of Cuajimalpa. None of the participants’ faces can be seen in the video.

The police car appears to be one of the Dodge Chargers the city bought last year.

Source: El Universal (sp), Regeneración (sp)