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Panchkula Police Impound Bike, Scooter and Fine Offenders Rs 45,000 After Viral Stunt Video
✍️ The Tribune
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 07:39 AM
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Panchkula police have seized a bike and a scooter and imposed fines totaling Rs 45,000 on individuals shown performing a dangerous stunt that went viral online.
Panchkula police took swift action after a video of a reckless stunt performed on a bike and a scooter went viral on social media. The footage, which showed the riders attempting dangerous manoeuvres on a busy road, prompted a complaint from local residents.
Authorities located the two vehicles, impounded the bike and the scooter, and issued challans that together amount to Rs 45,000. The fines were levied under the Motor Vehicles Act for dangerous driving and for violating public safety norms.
Police officials warned that similar stunts would attract stricter penalties, emphasizing that public roads are not venues for risky displays. The incident underscores the growing challenge of curbing dangerous behaviour that gains attention through online platforms.
Authorities located the two vehicles, impounded the bike and the scooter, and issued challans that together amount to Rs 45,000. The fines were levied under the Motor Vehicles Act for dangerous driving and for violating public safety norms.
Police officials warned that similar stunts would attract stricter penalties, emphasizing that public roads are not venues for risky displays. The incident underscores the growing challenge of curbing dangerous behaviour that gains attention through online platforms.