In one of the most unintentionally funny viral moments of the year, a college student’s late-night mix-up with a police car has the internet in stitches. The clip, now making the rounds on social media under the caption “She Tried to Use a Cop Car as Uber,” shows the confused young woman accidentally climbing into the back of a patrol car—believing it was her ride home.
The incident reportedly took place outside a college bar district after a night of celebrations. According to officers at the scene, they were parked near the curb responding to an unrelated call when the student, appearing cheerful and slightly tipsy, mistook their vehicle for her Uber. “I saw the lights and thought it was my ride!” she laughs in the footage, rubbing her forehead as she realizes the mistake.
Bodycam video shows her walking up confidently, pulling open the back door, and sitting down as if nothing were out of the ordinary. When the officer turns around in confusion, she smiles and says, “Hey! Can you take me to Maple Street?” The officer pauses for a moment before replying, “Uh, ma’am, this isn’t Uber—this is a police vehicle.”
What follows is pure comedy gold. The student gasps, laughs nervously, and covers her face in embarrassment. “Oh my God, I’m so sorry!” she says. “I swear I just saw flashing lights and thought—‘Oh cool, my ride’s here!’” The officer, holding back laughter himself, tells her she’s not in trouble but advises her to be more careful next time.
The video quickly went viral after being shared by the department as part of a public awareness post about staying safe and avoiding confusion when using rideshare apps late at night. “Always check your driver and license plate,” the post read. “And maybe double-check that it’s not a police cruiser.”
Viewers around the world couldn’t get enough of the hilarious misunderstanding. “This is peak college energy,” one commenter wrote. “Imagine trying to explain that to your friends the next day.” Another joked, “At least she got a free ride—straight to embarrassment!”
Even law enforcement officials joined in on the fun, calling it one of the most harmless—and funniest—interactions they’ve had in recent memory. “She was polite, good-spirited, and clearly just confused,” one of the responding officers said. “No harm done—just a good story for everyone involved.”
The student, who later confirmed the story on social media, leaned into the humor, posting, “So apparently, I Ubered myself into a police car. 10/10 service—did not recommend, though!” Her post racked up thousands of likes and comments from friends and strangers alike.
While the moment sparked endless jokes, it also served as a gentle reminder about personal safety and awareness during late-night outings. Police encouraged students to always verify their rides before entering a vehicle, even in familiar areas.
At the end of the day, the mix-up caused no harm—just laughter. And for one college student, a night out turned into an unforgettable viral story she’ll probably never live down.
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