When TikTok Meets the Police Standee: How a Singaporean Teen Made a ‘Devious Lick’ Meme Out of Public Signage
*Picture this: you stroll through a mall, eyes glued to the flicker of your phone, and suddenly, a dumpster‑full of “theft‑worthy” public property ignites the internet. That’s exactly what happened when a TikTok user in Singapore turned Singapore’s most iconic police standee into the star of a viral challenge.
*What’s a ‘Devious Lick’ Anyway?
*According to Urban Dictionary, a “lick” is a slick, successful heist. “Devious” just adds that extra sprinkle of mischief. The claim? The ceiling‑mounted police standee was “hit” and taken away—but the climax? It was returned! Talk about a
FUBAR plot twist.*The TikToker’s Grand Reveal
*On September 15 — the date that seemed destined for drama – the TikToker, user @asiansalami, posted a video where the camera zooms on the back of an elevator to expose the standee, complete with a “police camera in operation” sticker. The caption? “Just hit the most devious lick.” A simple phrase, yet it sparked a firestorm of footage.
*Why the Whole Video Became a Meme
*Other TikTokers Join the ‘Stick‑and‑Steal’ Party
*Once the headline hit, the crowd filled up. Users like @thaibasilchicken and @ilovebabi420 flaunted their “stolen” street signs, barricades, and safety mats.
*Did They Actually Take These Things?
*It’s murky. @asiansalami claims the standee was returned, while @yourahmaflyaway proudly posted a showcase of their “collection”—labeling items as either “gifted” or “found on the floor.” Did it constitute a crime? No case has filed yet. The only court that bared its judgment were the meme counters and comment sections.
*Why This Feeds the Internet’s Appetite
*Endnote: The Trend’s Legacy
*Even if this trend fizzles out in a few weeks, the shenanigans it sparked will echo wider—highlighting how many people are still entertained by the idea of “stealing” a police sign in the name of a detective‑style TikTok pursuit.
*Let’s keep the sign‑swapping to the imagination (or at least to the playlists—no, that’s actually a different trend), and remember: the real police standee is designed to protect, not be a prop for TikTok drama.
*What’s ‘devious licks’?
The Rise of the “Devious Licks” Challenge on TikTok
What’s the Scoop?
It all kicked off in the U.S., thanks to a daring TikTok user named jugg4elias. On September 1 he filmed himself swiping a disposable mask from a school desk and dropped a cheeky line: “A month into school, absolutely devious lick. Should’ve brought a mask from home.” That single post blew up and sparked a wave of “steal‑and‑post” madness.
The Hitting The Hallways
Within hours, a whole bunch of students jumped on the bandwagon. They zoomed through classrooms, grabbing every handy item they’d set their eyes on. The TikTok community got a front‑row seat to the chaos.
What Did They Infiltrate?
- Soap dispensers – Bouncing the one‑use bottles like a treasure hunt.
- Hand sanitizers – Because who doesn’t want a bottle of disinfectant for snatching?
- Toilet stall doors – Some went a step further and pulled out whole door panels.
Why It’s a Teen Classic
It’s part pride, part prank, all the way. The thrill of the chase, the satisfaction of the capture, and that instant TikTok feed approval did a bit of job for everyone involved. In the end, the “devious lick” was less about the loot and more about the bragging rights.
Will the Trend Wavy Away?
In today’s world of viral antics, a craze can pop up in minutes and vanish in a few taps. Only time will tell if this shuffle will stick around or simply become another footnote in TikTok lore. Until then, cheers to whoever kept the selfies coming!
Kids, TikTok Trends, and the Great Self‑Test Kit Heist
In a clip that blew up to 4.6 million views, a TikTok star proudly shouted, “I won this trend,” while unzipping a backpack stuffed with COVID‑19 self‑test kits. The twist? The video kicked off a flurry of “lick” challenges that turned what looked like a simple prank into a full‑scale craze.
The Licking Loop That Got Out of Hand
- First Wave – The initial post sparked a wave of followers mimicking the “lick” move.
- Escalation – Over the next two weeks, the trend morphed into a delivery‑style competition, with kids taking turns filling backpacks and then hopping into the “lick” challenge.
- Legal Pushback – TikTok eventually removed the content, citing that the videos were “promoting or enabling criminal activities.”
Why the Schools and the CDC are Worried
With the pandemic still shaping daily routines, the disappearance of those test kits isn’t just a quirky TikTok fad – it impacts real‑world safety.
- Lost Supplies – Schools discovered a notable drop in available at‑home testing kits, complicating contact tracing and student health monitoring.
- Education Authorities Step In – U.S. education officials issued stern warnings, discouraging any form of theft and emphasizing the importance of maintaining a safe testing environment.
Singapore’s Take and the Front‑Line Question
Reports indicate that the “devious licks” challenge has yet to erupt into chaos on the Singaporean scene. While officials are keeping a wary eye on the trend, the prevailing hope is that it’s all just a show‑stopper and nothing actually goes missing.
“Let’s keep the smiles on the faces, not the backs of stuffing these kits away,” one spokesperson said. If the trend goes viral, it’s a sign that even amid pandemic protocols, kids still crave some playful disruption. The key is ensuring it stays harmless.
For a deeper look into how social media trends can ripple into real‑world implications, keep watching – because even a hit TikTok trend can tug at the fine line between fun and trouble.
