Silent Man blocks UK traffic

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r/todayilearned u/Wordlife4461 · 11h 8 10 8 TIL that a "Silent Man" in the UK repeatedly gets arrested for standing on a certain road to block traffic. He never speaks a word, not even to the court or his own lawyer. Everytime he is released, he repeats the crime and remains completely silent. walesonline.co.uk 73.5k 2882 Share

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A Reddit TIL post describes a British “Silent Man” who repeatedly stands in the road to stop traffic, is arrested, and refuses to speak even in court or to his lawyer. A close-up photo of the bald man appears beneath the post. The absurdity is his unwavering silence and repeated arrests, making it a reaction image for someone stubbornly refusing to explain themselves. EN: A Reddit TIL post describes a British “Silent Man” who repeatedly stands in the road to stop traffic, is arrested, and refuses to speak even in court or to his lawyer. A close-up photo of the bald man appears beneath the post. The absurdity is his unwavering silence and repeated arrests, making it a reaction image for someone stubbornly refusing to explain themselves.

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