WATCH: Duck Crossing Stops Cop Chase in Portland

Portland Police Traffic Officer Mark James was on the prowl when he happened to spot a speeding offender going 52 mph in a 35 mph zone.

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Portland Police Traffic Officer Mark James was on the prowl when he happened to spot a speeding offender going 52 mph in a 35 mph zone.

The video, which shows James’ view from his “dash cam,” shows his car taking off in hot pursuit to nab the vehicle — only to be conveniently interrupted by a family of ducks wandering aimlessly in the middle of the street. In a gallant display of kindness, James stopped the car to escort the small family of ducks safely to the side of the street.

(LIST: Hot Pursuits: 10 Awesome Non-Car Chase Scenes)

Needless to say, the speeding car got away.

Portland Police Traffic Officer Mark James was on the prowl when he happened to spot a speeding offender going 52 mph in a 35 mph zone.

The video, which shows James’ view from his “dash cam,” shows his car taking off in hot pursuit to nab the vehicle — only to be conveniently interrupted by a family of ducks wandering aimlessly in the middle of the street. In a gallant display of kindness, James stopped the car to escort the small family of ducks safely to the side of the street.

(LIST: Hot Pursuits: 10 Awesome Non-Car Chase Scenes)

Needless to say, the speeding car got away.