Comedian Darius DK – Impersonates Newark officer

As marijuana sales become legal in New Jersey and the state debates if police officers can use it while off duty, one supposed Newark cop smoked on the job. Well, as part of a comedy bit, anyway.

Darius DK, a comedian, actor and musician, posted a video on Instagram last Wednesday (4/20) featuring him wearing a police officer’s uniform, appearing to smoke weed and sharing it with a citizen while directing traffic. The video was so popular that even legendary rapper Snoop Dogg shared it on his Instagram page.

The video was shot on the corner of Bergen Street and Clinton Avenue in Newark, very close to the Newark Police Department 5th Precinct, which would suggest DK is either very daring, or the police approved. A Newark Police Department vehicle is seen in the video. When reached Thursday, Newark Police said they were aware of the prank and surmised DK had taken advantage of a police barricade that had already been set.

Marijuana sales officially became legal in New Jersey Thursday, with several dispensaries opening around the state after a long legal process.