With Christmas just days away, Florida law enforcement is on the hunt for an unlikely suspect—a man dressed as Santa Claus who was spotted speeding at an alarming 120 mph on a motorbike. The high-speed escapade occurred around 9 p.m. local time on Saturday, December 21, in Beverly Hills, Florida, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
High-speed chase caught on camera
A viral video of the incident shared by the FHP on social media has captured widespread attention. The 21-second clip shows the motorcyclist, resembling Santa Claus, racing down the highway, helmet-clad but unapologetically flouting speed limits.
In a playful caption accompanying the video on X (formerly Twitter), the FHP quipped, *“The sleigh must be in the shop, but last night Mr. Claus didn’t pause for any cause. Anyone that recognizes ol’ St. Nick, please feel free to call *FHP (347) and let us know!”
The footage also shows the suspect briefly pulling into a gas station before rejoining the highway and disappearing into the night. Despite the widespread circulation of the video, the man remains unidentified.
Public is urged to assist in identification
The FHP has asked the public for assistance in identifying the mysterious motorcyclist, whose audacious stunt has turned him into an unlikely holiday fugitive.
With Christmas approaching, the incident has added an unexpected twist to the festive season, leaving many amused yet concerned about road safety during the holidays. Authorities continue their efforts to track down the motorbike-riding Santa, hoping to bring this unusual case to a close.