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Drone Captures Fire-Juggling Unicyclist at Commerce City Intersection as Police Deem Act Illegal

Police used a drone to verify driver reports, then urged admirers to seek lawful, safer venues for such performances.

Overview

  • Officers said they received numerous calls about a performer at U.S. 85 and East 60th Avenue in Commerce City, Colorado.
  • The department’s drone recorded the man juggling flaming torches on a unicycle in the crosswalk for roughly 40 seconds, including an under-the-leg toss.
  • Police described the display as “quite good” yet illegal for trespassing in the median and impeding traffic by failing to clear the crosswalk in time.
  • No ticket was issued; officers moved the performer along for safety, and no injuries were reported.
  • The footage and post drew wide attention online as officials reiterated that busy intersections are not appropriate places for fire performances.