A man was driving well above the speed limit

A man was driving well above the speed limit when a police car suddenly emerged from behind, sirens blaring. Thinking he had out pace the cop, the man pushed his accelerator to the floor. His car speed accelerated to 60, then 70, 80, and 90. Finally, the man thought, what the heck, and
pulled over, ready to receive a speeding ticket.

The police officer got out, leaned over the man and said: Listen, Mister, I have a very boring day, and I just want to go home. Give me a good excuse and I'll let you go.

The man thought for a moment and said: Three weeks ago my wife ran off with a police officer. When I saw your car in my mirror, I thought you were that officer and were trying to give her back to me.