South Australian police are investigating a dangerous gender reveal stunt that took place on a beachside street in Adelaide's south, with senior officers condemning the act as reckless and potentially deadly.
The incident, which occurred at Lonsdale on Saturday night, involved two vehicles performing burnouts. One Ford sedan emitted pink smoke to supposedly reveal the gender of an expected baby, while obscenities were shouted from the front seat in front of children and cheering onlookers.
Senior Constable Matt Brown of ABC Radio Adelaide confirmed police obtained video of the stunt. Traffic Services Branch chief officer Superintendent Bob Gray stated that those involved can expect the full force of the law for endangering lives through their use of a motor vehicle.
"The simple fact is this kind of stupid, irresponsible behaviour could have killed someone," Superintendent Gray said. "As prospective parents, you would hope these people would know better. No matter the reason or the occasion, there is absolutely no excuse for recklessness and stupidity on the road."
Police are speaking to a number of individuals as part of their investigation. Gender reveal parties have been linked to multiple deaths and a large Californian wildfire in recent years.
