A Sicilian man living in Rome, Italy went to great lengths to avoid spending time with his wife and relatives on New Year's Eve. He went to the local police department stating he would rather spend the night in prison than spend it with his family at home. The police officers looked at him a little odd and stated they could not accommodate his request due to the fact that he has committed no crime. The man left the police department and proceeded to go directly next store to a local tobacco shop and then threatened the owner with a box cutter. He proceeded to steal a pack of gum and some candy, then he patiently waited for police to arrive to be arrested.

 I can understand maybe wanting to get away for a while just because your family members are driving you CRAZY but this guy was taking things to extremes. How bad can your wife/family members be, if you're willing to spend the night or weekend in jail? Obviously the guy has some serious mental issues and should possibly consider relocating himself out of the household on a more permanent basis. Also, I'm sure the man's wife and family are feeling pretty good (not) about knowing he would rather be jail then spend a joyful holiday with them. Why not just go to a hotel room, go to the local tavern and get plastered or spend the night over at a friend's house? I would personally prefer any of those options over a night in prison and I think most people would agree.

 Well, with Valentine's Day coming up in a couple of months, I would expect this guy to be repaying a visit to the local authorities for a place for the night. At the very least, I commend him for leaving the household before a domestic disturbance breaks out. But I would advise the man next time that he steals some gum just to purposely get arrested not to use a weapon or threaten anyone with bodily harm, because he maybe facing a couple of years in prison instead of a couple of days.

 

source: reuters