Hyderabad Traffic Crackdown: Man Arrested for Using Fake Number Plate
Hyderabad Traffic Police detect fake number plate case; accused D Robert Samuel arrested in FIR under BNS 318(4) and MV Act Sec.192.
In a fake number plate case detected by Hyderabad Traffic Police, the Khairatabad Police, Hyderabad City registered FIR and apprehended Mr. D Robert Samuel, S/o Robert William, age 41 years, Occupation: Driver, Resident of Anand Nagar Colony, Khairatabad, Hyderabad, for using a fake vehicle number plate. The case involves misuse of registration number TS08HS7658, and the investigation is currently ongoing.
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Complaint Leads to Hyderabad Fake Number Plate Case
The case began after a complaint by:
- Mr. T Srikanth, Resident of Bourampet, Bachupally, Medchal-Malkajgiri District
He is the legitimate/registered owner of vehicle No. TS08HS7658 (2-Wheeler/Hero-Destini).
He approached the Hyderabad Traffic Police stating that:
- Illegal traffic challans were being generated against his vehicle
- This was causing financial loss to him
Investigation Reveals Fake Number Plate Usage
During inspection and verification, police found that:
- The accused D Robert Samuel used fake number plate No. TS08HS7658
- The number belonged to a 2-wheeler Hero-Destini
- He fixed the same number on another 2-wheeler Hero-Destini vehicle
Intent Behind the Crime
Police stated that the accused acted:
- With the intention of misleading/cheating Government authorities and enforcement agencies
- To avoid traffic challans
FIR Registered and Legal Sections Invoked
A criminal case has been registered with the following details:
- Police Station: Khairatabad Police Station, Hyderabad City
- FIR No.: 118/2026
- Sections Applied:
- Section 318(4) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
- Section 192 of Motor Vehicles Act
The accused D Robert Samuel was:
- Issued notice under Section 35(3) of BNSS (corresponding to Section 41 Cr.P.C.)
Current Status of the Case
- The accused has been apprehended
- Notice issued under BNSS provisions
- Further investigation is under process
The case was detected through coordinated efforts of Hyderabad Traffic Police and Khairatabad Police.
Hyderabad Traffic Police Warning to Public
The Hyderabad Traffic Police issued a strong warning stating:
- Use of fake, identical, or tampered number plates is a serious and punishable offence
- Action will be taken strictly under:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
- Motor Vehicles Act
Advanced Surveillance Systems in Use
The department is equipped with:
- CCTV surveillance systems
- ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras
These technologies help in:
- Detecting vehicles with fake or tampered number plates
- Tracking vehicle movements effectively
How Citizens Can Report Violations
The public has been advised to report misuse through:
- Website: https://echallan.tspolice.gov.in
- Email: [email protected]
- WhatsApp: 8712661690
Official Statement
The press note was issued by:
- D Joel Davis, IPS
- Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Hyderabad City
The Hyderabad fake number plate case involving accused D Robert Samuel led to registration of FIR at Khairatabad Police Station under Section 318(4) BNS and Section 192 MV Act, after a complaint by T Srikanth regarding illegal challans on vehicle TS08HS7658. The accused has been apprehended, notice issued under BNSS, and the investigation is ongoing.
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