Hyderabad,18 October
Hyderabad: 20-Year-Old Student Arrested for Allegedly Driving Towards On-Duty Police
Attapur Police have arrested a 20-year-old student for allegedly driving his car towards on-duty police personnel during a vehicle inspection drive conducted under Operation Kavach in Hyderabad.
The accused, Mohammed Fahad Uddin, a resident of Salar Jung Colony in Tolichowki, was arrested on Friday, October 16, and remanded to judicial custody, police said. 20-Year-Old Student Arrested for Allegedly Driving Towards On-Duty Police.
Car Allegedly Driven in Wrong Direction
According to the police, Fahad Uddin was driving a Suzuki Fronx from Mehdipatnam towards Attapur when he noticed police personnel checking vehicles on the road. 20-Year-Old Student Arrested for Allegedly Driving Towards On-Duty Police.
He allegedly reversed his car and drove in the wrong direction, creating a panic situation at the spot. Police further alleged that he drove the vehicle towards officers in an attempt to hit them.
A police team apprehended the accused and seized the vehicle, officials said.
Case Registered Under BNS and Motor Vehicles Act
A case was registered at Attapur Police Station under several provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
The sections cited by police include:
- Section 109(1) of the BNS: Attempt to murder.
- Section 281: Rash driving or riding on a public way.
- Section 125: Acts endangering the life or personal safety of others.
- Section 221: Obstructing a public servant in the discharge of public functions.
- Section 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act: Dangerous driving.
- Section 119 read with Section 177: Provisions relating to compliance with traffic signs and penalties for violations.
The inclusion of these sections reflects the allegations in the case; the charges have not been established as proven in court.
Police Warn Against Unauthorised Number Plates
Police also raised concerns about the vehicle’s number plate, which reportedly displayed the word “GHOST.” They said registration plates displaying unauthorised words, decorative lettering or fancy names instead of the prescribed registration details are not permitted.20-Year-Old Student Arrested for Allegedly Driving Towards On-Duty Police.
Authorities also warned against driving on the wrong side of the road, speeding to evade police checks and allegedly driving towards officers conducting official duties.
Operation Kavach Vehicle Checks
The incident occurred during a vehicle inspection drive under Operation Kavach. Police said the accused was apprehended during the operation and that further legal proceedings would follow.
The case highlights the risks associated with allegedly dangerous driving during police checks. Further updates may emerge as the legal process continues.
This report is based on information provided by the police. The allegations against the accused remain subject to the legal process.