We Were Stopped By Police in Sri Lanka

[@nicoleandmico]

Hi everyone! We really appreciate your kind and helpful responses to this video. We filmed a small update for you all as we had received so many messages and comments expressing concern over this police encounter, especially from Sri Lankans. It it just 1 minute to say how we are feeling and we'd love for you to watch it 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWG7eIaXZ5ummqc We originally filmed this update for Facebook and TikTok because the police encounter has gone viral in a few places, but we wanted to share it here as well because so many of you have shared your feelings of shame, sadness, or upset with us on KZbin as well. Thank you for caring about us 💛

[@kabircompanyhr]

I just came back from Srilanka.. my 3 times visit was completed. I am satisfied. Missing alwys the giant blue 🐋. Plz again make a full video on blue whale safari. I am waiting. And Don't miss the road side chicken shorroma roll.

[@Dharshan.96]

Sorry sir and madam 🙏

[@explorerchanneld5366]

Great, thank you and stay safe , enjoy your tours

[@dname1802]

That corrupt cop tried to intimidate you and get some money from you. Its great you didn't panic. I'm ashamed as a Sri Lankan about of these corrupt goon cops. Not all of them ofcourse but there are enough. Enjoying your videos 😊.

[@christopherfernando2764]

​@@dname1802they must show their number on their Police uniform at all times. You have every right to write down their police identity number.

[@nicoleandmico]

Don't worry everyone, we are still in love with this beautiful country 🇱🇰🥰 If you haven't yet, please consider subscribing, this Sri Lanka series is going to be amazing!🔥 Start from the beginning of the Sri Lanka road trip here 👉 kzbin.info/aero/PLSSlYnwzYFH4OekoP9sU325bLQg0_q3eP

[@mahindasenanayake4148]

I am really feel ashamed of the situation you faced. They are just like that with even locals.

[@marksriyanjith4782]

We are really sorry for the incident that you had to face. This is how Sri Lankan police are. They are very corrupted people same for us as Sri Lanka citizens. Policemen are totally idiots in Sri Lanka same as Sri Lankan politicians.

[@manulasathsaraamarasinghe7890]

Keep safe enjoy❤

[@rajithanw555]

Thank you for sharing this incident. We have made it share all over the social media and soon these policemen will face justice. We encourage everyone to record anything that made anyone uncomfortable and share.

[@manojthilakshana9879]

♥️

[@amilapasinduudara5315]

That’s how Sri Lanka is my friends. Breathtaking views, unmatched hospitality and Corruption and Bribery at political and administration level top to bottom. Make sure you record everything and try to contact 119 or Tourists police if you experience this kind of treatment ever again. Absolutely sorry for the bad experience 😢

[@oskarumesh2394]

This system must be changed at least now.

[@satanramirezramos8367]

It's not only for tourists bruh

[@LB-vn9sj]

They did not show the proper documentation...

[@Coach_manoj-q2d]

Sorry for the inconvenience, you will meet many more people like this but not all sri lankans are like this. Carefully finish your visit ❤ love from sri lanka 🙏🇱🇰

[@sichniranasinghesalgado3536]

Mirissa girl remembered you🥹🥹🥹🥹❤❤❤❤it was a beautiful moment when she came smiling towards you two❤️

[@Syiepherze]

Sorry you had to deal with those lousy crooks of cops, good on you for catching them in 4k 📸 The reunion with the doggie was so sweet, it's great that she's being looked after

[@nicoleandmico]

It's no problem at all! No harm done but we were a little worried that they might ask us to go to the station or something. Yes the doggy was just so cute 😍☺️ we were so glad 😊

[@ranilabeyasinghe]

I don't think there was any problem with your license card. Cop just wanted to make some money off you guys. You could share the footage with the tourist police division and hope they take some action against those cops. Chances are slim, but still worth a try. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Sri Lanka. Thanks for coming back!

[@nicoleandmico]

Yeah it's unfortunate but its okay, we are still so happy to be exploring such a lovely country 😊

[@oskarumesh2394]

Exactly that is what they wanted.

[@ow1376]

They gave the incorrect docs, so how is the police in the wrong?

[@zathiya97]

Isn't the cops duty to take action legally if they didn't submit the proper document. Here can understand clearly that they tried to earn money illegally

[@rw3651]

That’s the issue. They should have been fined. They yell at the police after producing the incorrect docs: in their own country do you think this would have been tolerated by their police? This is a very colonialistic attitude. Bear in mind there’s also a language barrier. The posters are resorting to cheap promotion of their video by making accusations which are unfounded. They were let off free. If you go to the airport you have the correct docs ready at hand. Then why not when you ride a scooter in a foreign country? Keep your docs at hand. When the police question, don’t yell at them! You are in the wrong!!

[@lamithperera8760]

36k reactions, 6.9k comments, 32k shares, 1.4M views in 15 hours on fb so far. Those dogs gonna get it.

[@sgamage23]

As a Sri Lankan Canadian, I’m so sorry about what you two had to go through. Our country has its flaws (for example, greedy people like these) but we have so much love for our visitors. ❤

[@dimuthumilano2656]

You are an absolute kind hearted couple. I was amazed to see that love and kind you have shown to that innocent dog. Wish you all the very best for your future and enjoy rest of the journey in Sri Lanka.

[@nicoleandmico]

Awe thank you for your kind words :)

[@PasanArunajith]

You two are so cool 😎 Btw we as locals also hate those traffic police officers because most of them are corrupted. It's so sweet of you to take care of that poor dog

[@maxplanck9055]

Good to see you are enjoying sri Lanka, it looks beautiful,stay safe have fun much love ✌️♥️🇬🇧

[@nicoleandmico]

Thank you so much 😀

[@caseyyoung8330]

So happy you got to see your pup!!❤

[@nicoleandmico]

Nicole still tears up everytime we watched the video to review it 😭 thank you!

[@katelynnoutloud]

I loved the emotion shared in this video! When the video started I was thinking it would be a very SMALL chance you'd find Mirissa again and as soon as she showed up I started tearing up! I love that you two have such big hearts! I just started watching your videos about two weeks ago and I'm loving going through all your adventures. Can't wait to see your next one! 💌

[@nicoleandmico]

Awe thank you so much!! We were honestly so surprised to find her too! We couldn't believe it when she showed up 😭 We're glad you enjoyed the videos and thank you again for your kind words!

[@EricandAmyTravels]

This was such an emotional roller coaster! Dogs are just amazing, scent memory for the win! Brought happy tears watching that.

[@NJ-nv8ge]

Love this video♥️♥️ So happy to see you guys found that doggy

[@chill450]

I'm a Brit and have been here 9 years. I have an official SL Driving Licence which was prertty painless to get and is valid for 10 years. In that time I've been stopped twice - once coming off the Southern Expressway after getting flashed by cameras - I paid the fine and once a couple of weeks ago driving up to Colombo but I just scowled at the cop and he waved me off. I'd be more worried about your drone than you licences - just be careful with it.

[@LarsLangrustenLL]

Love you sooo much for helping the dog 💖💖💝💝we can't help everyone, but if everyone help at least 1 dog like you did 💖💖💯💯 THANK YOU 💖💖

[@nicoleandmico]

That is our take on life too ❤❤

[@jonson-te5gf]

Beautiful beach to visit 🏝🏝🏖

[@nicoleandmico]

It really is!

[@hansanakolonnage2378]

That was intense. I am so sorry you guys had to face that. Unfortunately its so difficult to deal with corrupt officers but I hope it doesnt affect your experience here.

[@nicoleandmico]

Awe thank you so much. It was a little intimidating at first but at the end of the day we had a great time and the drive was so beautiful. Also the doggy was there so we were so happy 😊

[@matt281075]

What an amazing eventful video thanks for sharing👌👍

[@soonalldotcom3381]

Wow! very beautiful video. You are very kind hearted person. Keep it up guys!

[@nicoleandmico]

Thank you so much!

[@StephandPete]

Wanda’s a solid choice! I was sort of hoping for Ladybug, continuing the Bumblebee theme. :)

[@niraj7652]

Wow amazing place😍👍

[@nicoleandmico]

So beautiful!

[@pilotleader]

Thanks for confirming the theory - people who drive red vehicles get pulled over and ticketed more frequently.😊 Travel safe, you two!

[@nicoleandmico]

Must have been all the wheelies we were doing beforehand! 🤪😆 Thank you! 😊

[@DLFH]

The animal travel companions and the chance meetings like your girl here are such a lovely part of your channel. It's fantastic she has a wonderful family that looks like they are taking good care of her.

[@janakalakmal5978]

You guys are so beautiful❤Thank you visited Sri Lanka .

[@nidarshak2415]

Oh my goodness... I was so tensed... don't ask for money, don't ask for money... DON'T ASK FOR MONEY... I guess that the policeman was on the verge of spitting it out... I'm so glad he didn't get the chance... so sorry that you had to experience it... and thank you for taking care of the dog... the reunion was so beautiful ❤

[@sujeewa8067]

Same here!

[@freecommentor]

I think the other policeman notes the camera only at 06:29. 😂😂 So they had to let you go.

[@sweeta17]

if they had paid it and have the prove on vide i wonder if they would have been given the money back .

[@umeshawickramarathna452]

She is very kind, love u❤️ ( im sri lanka)

[@nicoleandmico]

Glad you enjoyed 😊

[@bikerentalceylon]

Love you two from Sri Lanka! ❤ Everything is a part of your adventure. God job #SriLankaBikeRent 👍

[@nicoleandmico]

Thank you! 😊

[@chipzdara]

Thank you for visiting our little island nation. The video has gone viral, we will all keep an eye out for that potentially corrupt policeman.

[@hirunikaushalya-eh2xw]

Thankyou for visiting 🇱🇰

[@leonardparry1383]

So much bieutiful videos thanks a lot guys go up

[@nicoleandmico]

Glad you like them!

[@ganeshkaulage9483]

Soo happy that u guys meet your girl

[@rvlk159]

That corrupt officer is going to get in trouble really soon 😅. Have a nice journey

[@nicoleandmico]

Yikes! Hopefully we don't cause too much trouble! We hope this video can help stop it from happening more often though.

[@christopherfernando2764]

You can ask the Cop to show his NUMBER if he's not wearing it, it's irregular! And yes, call a friend or the travel agent who speaks Sinhalese

[@ritasmoot1823]

Such a beautiful place! Thank you for taking me on the best road trip of my life!! Be safe and enjoy the journey on Wanda!! 😊

[@utafriedrich]

If you happen to drive through Kurunegala, make sure to visit the Baw Baw animal shelter. I admire the work they do with "differently abled" animals, we cherish the time we spent with them.

[@kakkibaba1217]

7:15 this license is valid in Sri Lanka. No doubt.

[@HeshanW88]

If this happens again make sure to get their numbers to the recording(silver color numbers on the right side of their uniform) and it's legal here to record if you think they've stopped you without your fault. Really sorry that you've had to experience something like this.

[@christopherfernando2764]

YES, WRITE DOWN OR MEMORIZE THE NUMBER on the brass tag on their uniform. Those cops were crooked. Tell them you will contact TOURIST POLICE.

[@Al-yl3ok]

Even, both of you had a little issue with the police, I am glad to hear that you had a good time. Thank you so much for helping the innocent animal. Yes my people are very hospitable and generous. Both of you seems to be fun loving couple.

[@shan.b]

Thanks for sharing your experience, we need to clamp down on corruption in sri lanka as this is the only way forward. People need to change before the country can.

[@nature2941]

Oh...u are very kind .. .........thank u so much....බුදුසරණ යි ....🙏🙏🐕🎈🌷✌️

[@k_and_m8745]

Tears for Marrissa, so sweet.

[@RDVL1234]

Safe travels around Sri Lanka Nicole and Mico. Finding mirissa girl was the best part of this video and I'm glad you found each other ❤

[@nicoleandmico]

Awe we were so lucky to find her and I think she even remembers us 🥲 so glad to see she was doing well.

[@kerk6428]

Sunday brunch with your video again! Wow that encounter with the police seemed a bit stressful. They basically tried to intimidate you into giving bribes. Good thing you had your wits and support with you. And reuniting with Marissa made me cry! She definitely recognized you both. It's so sweet that you went back just to see her, and that she's doing well 😊

[@ven.weerakodiyanenandarath2673]

most of the time animals are better than humans because they know well what is 'gratitude'.Thank you for your compassion.

[@truelion5918]

As a Sri Lankan, I was really shamed when I watched this. I need tourist board, ministry of tourism & sri lankan police investigate this and gave this bastard police officers a maximum punishment with in the law. Nicole & Mico.. Pls accept our apology as a locals & enjoyed your ride.

[@nicoleandmico]

Hi there, thanks for your kind response. We really aren't put off by interactions like this. It is too bad it happens, but we weren't any worse off for it and it doesn't change our impressions of the country one bit. We love Sri Lanka and one corrupt officer won't change that 😊

[@sweeta17]

this happens globally . in italy people were hugely over charged for ice cream and others for a lunch . whether europe or far away it happens . in some cases people also did not learn about the currency which is a must . well they are on video .

[@pluto8404]

Seems like these people were the issue for not having their documents in order. The officer was willing to help them instead of throw them in jail for breaking the law. That is nice.

[@Gadavillers-Panoir]

@@pluto8404 no, thats called bribing which is also illegal.

[@Gadavillers-Panoir]

@@sweeta17 overcharging isn’t illegal, but bribing is.

[@young_wiz8115]

Sri Lankan court must do anything for these officers

[@banukavidusankapd5333]

Police doesnt just target foreigners. They do same thing for locals too. (Some) Anyhow, hope tomorrow is a better day for u guys. Safe travels. Thank you for visiting ❤ good luck with everthing

[@amilawijegunawardene4791]

Sorry you two had to go through this stressful situation. Please report these crooks to the proper authorities as they were clearly asking for bribes. It will prevent future recurrences and help Sri Lanka too.

[@oskarumesh2394]

Identity of these two copes must be revealed .

[@amilawijegunawardene4791]

Definitely

[@theotunnaguesthousesigiriy1049]

Hello ... First of all, thank you for coming to Sri Lanka and making that kind of advertisement about Sri Lanka. ❤ We are very sorry that the police officers could not recognize your valid driver's license..😅I know you two are very entertaining and very friendly, I wish you all the best and spread good things about us in the world..❤

[@chiranthadayalkumarasiri3466]

I’ve seen this cop pulling over part in several social media pages now. It’s going viral in SriLanka. Hope the relevant authorities see that and justice would come to those corrupt officers. Enjoy rest of your journey ❤

[@pluto8404]

if you have your documents in order all is good. If you break law, sometimes its nice to be able to pay a little to not have the hastle of going to police station and do document. This is the good type of corrupt.

[@Gopisaha143]

Have a safe journey

[@nicoleandmico]

Thank you! 😊

[@kabilan6807]

Beach is so beautiful🥰☺

[@nicoleandmico]

It really is!

[@Kaile1789]

These videos should go viral in SL. Most Srilankans hate SL police because of the same issue like you have experienced in this video. Locals dont have camera like you guys had. So most of the time they dont have evidence to show to the higher authority. So ended up giving some bribe to free from that sht.. They are claiming false rules and say you crossed some road lines blah blah

[@bronwynquinn4477]

This was beautiful!

[@nicoleandmico]

Thank you!

[@themadtitan6008]

Nicely done, you two.

[@nicoleandmico]

Thanks for listening!

[@NickiPostsTravelStuff]

I'm glad to finally see the full video on this. I'm sorry you had the experience with the police. Big highs and big lows on this day. Love that you found the same dog. I'm kinda shocked actually, but what a special experience. So what was that special license you had to get? Did you get that special once you arrived in Sri Lanka?

[@lakshanperera6229]

That kind of things always happened in here specially in Galle road. it is not only for the tourists. We can't say every officers are bad but these kind of a police officers we called them police dogs. But we enjoyed your videos guys stay safe and enjoy your journey ❤👍

[@amanthainduka648]

Great drone shots .

[@sumanaathale]

We Sri Lankans are also fed the corrupt police up. As Sri Lankan we must face the reality this is real police of Sri Lanka.

[@chamithharshana8963]

tnx for visiting my country tnx a lot love u both❤❤❤

[@nicoleandmico]

Our pleasure!

[@nirmalranathunga6437]

You two are amazing guys😊 be safe (from some police also😢)

[@Creativesrilk]

Great job traveler

[@dinushaperera4228]

dear nicole and mico, Dont get cought to this kind of bad officials..as a sri lankan im so sorry for what have you faced today in sri lanka..please record every this kind of situations as a evidence.

[@nicoleandmico]

Please don't be sorry, we know this does not represent everyone. Everyone we meet is so kind and friendly. We love it!

[@kelumsamarasekara5199]

Beautiful couple 😍

[@maniqueweerasinghe1781]

Nichole and Mico - This happened to my friends and I, too. I was born in Sri Lanka, raised in the United States. We hired a driver to take us around, and We got pulled over on a rural road, saying the driver crossed the lane or some garbage like that, and it turned out to be complete crap. The cop checked everyone's IDs, so I gave him my US passport. Despite that, he was demanding a Sri Lankan ID. I tried to explain that I was American and didn't have a local ID that did not sit well with him. Mind you, We had hired a driver for this particular trip, and I wasn't even driving. This crooked cop called my driver aside and asked him to bring 25k to him in local currency. He further asked him not to tell me, but part of the problem was that I didn't have a "Sri Lankan ID" on my person. 😂 I think they make up rules as they go along and waste so much of our times. We negotiated down to 10k and paid the damn ransom money as my driver was paranoid he will be thrown in jail (I think they threatened him in Sinhalese, but I don't understand the language). In hindsight, I wish I had my camera out and started recording them. This happened during my visit in 2019. I see it hasn't changed much as I saw another Indian guy, (KZbinr) was asked to turn his camera off, and the Dirty cop demanded a bribe that was at Galleface. They are still operating all over the island. Please be careful and keep the Camera rolling.....enjoy your visit and your time spent with Mirissa.

[@PrebComputers]

Love you guys! 😍

[@Universetothemind]

Sorry for the trouble in the road.. enjoy your life better.

[@mohamedmursidh8002]

Your video's all another level ✌️

[@nicoleandmico]

Glad you like them!

[@linkinpark6259]

In the video, do you only hold an international driver's license? Or do you apply for a local driver's license?

[@nicoleandmico]

We had both our international license and the Sri Lanka Driving permit that tourists are required to have to drive in Sri Lanka

[@hemalutube]

behalf of my country apologize to you for having such corrupt officials😢

[@judecroosjudecroos5947]

Really sorry for the inconveniences guys you two are safe drive and go back to your home I will pray for you don't mind same like mad people

[@nicoleandmico]

We love Sri Lanka and we know the country is filled with many kind and friendly people 😊

[@randikasatharasinghe8931]

So glad i watched the video.

[@udanabimsara1075]

Soo sorry about the stupid police. Anyway, my heart just melted when that "Mirissa Girl" comeback for you guys 🥺❤❤❤❤❤

[@mapmbandara716]

Very sorry for this incident... 😣

[@serendibisle]

These cops were seeking a bribe, good it didn't workout. At the same time, I think you produced your AA Membership Card, which is not the license (the other cop in the background says something similar in Sinhala). So yeah, keep your License, Insurance, Rental dox etc handy... and I'm glad you managed to expose the dirty cops. And yeah, the Mirissa Girl

[@masukeeda9337]

Hello fellow Canadians. Nice to see you guys again. Those cops were tried to take some money from you. If you can show that clip to Police head Quarters in Colombo. We should stop these kind of things immediately. Those things are not good to Sri lanka Tourism. Next time You should wait until they asked you some money. May be they did not know you guys are filming. I will send this clip to Sri lanka police to investigate. We have few bad apples in Sri lanka police.

[@gihan.u2001]

views ❤️🌴🌊🇱🇰

[@nicoleandmico]

Right?!?! Crazy beautiful 😍

[@erangajayalathmusic6558]

Thank you very much for coming to visit Sri Lanka. I apologize for the inconvenience caused to both of you by the Sri Lankan police.

[@nicoleandmico]

It's not a problem at all! We had a great day still 😊

[@thisisthulshan1376]

All the people of Sri Lanka respect you both and we apologize for your visit to Sri Lanka.🙏🙏🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@ashoymym8428]

Welcome to my beautiful srilanka 🙏❤❤❤❤❤

[@nicoleandmico]

Glad to have visited!

[@explorerchanneld5366]

Thank you for visiting our country, Sorry for the inconvenience by harassing police for your tour. Please explore more places in Sri Lanka

[@nicoleandmico]

It was not a problem at all. Thank you!

[@nymeria8428]

I got so emotional to see how you came back after all this time to see the dog. so much emotions rushed into my heart! 😭🥺 PS: to all the tourists who had to experience such a crappy moment with Police, I am genuinely sorry. 🙏

[@aravind4090]

Happy valentines day 💞🥳😌

[@freecommentor]

Random check is one thing. But I guess, this policeman genuinely didn't know whether your license is valid here in 🇱🇰🇱🇰 and wanted to rip you off. But at 06:29 his colleague tells him the camera might be on. So they had to let you go.

[@kkbbk]

Thank for visit Sri lanka❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nicoleandmico]

Our pleasure 😋

[@nathasha7135]

Thank you guys visiting Sri Lanka 😍🥰 and you both are very kind 🥺❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. Love you both and stay safe guys ❤️😍🥰

[@nicoleandmico]

Our pleasure! Love Sri Lanka 🇱🇰❤️

[@karanking9331]

Nice video👍👍👍

[@nicoleandmico]

Thank you 😊

[@roninronin6405]

Hmm.. Welcome to Sri Lanka, for 70 years this Island has been ruled by the wishes of the elected and not by the rule of law. It is unfortunate that it never had nation builders, and its past has started to haunt the masses now. These two cops did not come from another membrane or reality! They are the products of this society and come from the SL homes, schools and churches and temples, all of the behavioral habits starts from elementary schooling, educating from infancy. This is the best we can offer folks! This is what the system produces... garbage in garbage out........ One can put lipstick to a pig, but it’s still a pig! Uniform means nothing but authoritarianism. Cheers and happy trekking.

[@dream2ceylon]

Enjoy the trip new subscriber ❤

[@KrishaOnTheBeats]

Welcome to sri lanka😘❤

[@nicoleandmico]

Thank you!

[@nukeface3000]

On behalf of Sri Lanka I am soo sorry that you guys had to go through with this drama.

[@nicoleandmico]

Not to worry, this interaction hasn't changed our impressions of Sri Lanka one bit!

[@Mahi-dn3kc]

🇱🇰 I feel so sorry for the police officers of our country 😢 Sorry for making you both uncomfortable 🥲

[@Mahi-dn3kc]

🥲🥲

[@nicoleandmico]

No problem, we enjoyed our time anyways!

[@cyrexsong6082]

I am a Sri Lankan. I am sorry for the trouble you both experienced. Take legal action against this policeman. He seems to be trying to trick both of you.

[@rash_2917]

Hii !!! Really sorry about the incident with the police. & the good thing is guys that you cought this in 4K 🤳 . Hope you are happy in Sri Lanka. I really cried when I saw Mirissa girl 😭❤️. 14:58 Awwww my favourite clip 😭❤️❤️❤️. I am so happy that you got to see her again 🥺. I am also a person who loves animals a lot. Their smile tells us a lot 🥺❤️ She must remember you both well 🥰 Thank you both so much. Enjoyyy ... Love you both & Your vlogs so much . Stay safe … 💗

[@nicoleandmico]

No worries at all! We know that not all police are like this. We still had a great time and love visiting Sri Lanka 😍 and the dog was just so adorable. We can't believe she found us 😵 it was just so awesome to see her again! 😊

[@rash_2917]

@@nicoleandmico 🥰

[@ude3333]

Wouldn't have been an issue in the first place, if you guys showed the proper license. But yes, that cop was getting ready to ask for a bribe definitely!

[@Banana.Republic]

Who's side are you on man? on those crooked corrupt cops? 🤔

[@ude3333]

@@Banana.Republic obviously not.

[@aravind4090]

Happy Mahashivratri 🙏🥰

[@vijayafernando1]

I am ,as a citizen of Sri Lanka, sorry for your encounter with the police. So embarrassing and a disgrace to Sri Lanka police

[@nicoleandmico]

Please don't be embarrassed. We know this does not represent all police in Sri Lanka. We had a great day!

[@KreshaanSivadasan]

I dropped an email to the head of police department of Srilanka regarding this issue because we don’t want these kind of policemen to ruin our country’s name. Thank you so much for the video. And sorry for the inconvenience caused.

[@nicoleandmico]

Wow, thank you!