In an unusual incident back in 2017, two Los Angeles police officers, Louis Lozano and Eric Mitchell, neglected a robbery in progress to play the popular augmented reality game Pokémon GO. The details of their act have been revealed recently when dashcam footage was released. According to the recording, the officers chose to chase Snorlax and Togetic Pokémon characters rather than respond to a nearby crime. They could be heard hoping Togetic wouldn't escape and were even seen driving in the wrong direction and executing illegal u-turns on a one-way street. Ignoring a robbery at a local mall, the duo preferred to celebrate their Pokémon catch at a 7-11 store. Their irresponsible actions resulted in an internal investigation by the LAPD. The officers were charged with several counts of on-duty misconduct and subsequently lost their jobs. Despite this incident, Pokémon GO continues to thrive, albeit less so compared to its initial hype in 2017. The game, developed by Niantic, has added numerous characters and features over time including competitive battling and intricate quest lines. But not all updates have been welcomed by the players, causing some tension with the developers. So, if you've been intrigued by the world of Pokémon GO and want to explore it safely and responsibly, there are numerous resources available to guide you through. Let's remember the importance of balancing excitement with adherence to rules - a lesson these ex-officers learned the hard way.