When someone is arrested why do they cover their face with their jacket?

Question

Embarassment? It's not like their name won't be given on the news.

Answer 1

these fools dont want their other foolish friends to see how stupid they are.  of course their pix will be on the news in all their glory in a mug shot.

Answer 2

embarrassment.... so people like me won't photo shop your picture and embarrass you more

Answer 3

It is a shameful thing to be arrested.

Answer 4

To shield their face.  They don't want the video cameras to record them.  You'll also notice that the police, FBI, wear shirts with their logo on it so people don't confuse them with the criminal.

Answer 5

Well I know there are several people with the same name in my county so it's possible to deny a name BUT most likely embarrasment and shame..and if they plan on doing it again they dont want their faces recognized so easily

Answer 6

Yes, embarrassment.  A lot of people watch the news, including children.