Bengaluru Police Prioritizes Road Safety, Arrests Stunt Performers

Bengaluru, India: A shocking video has surfaced online showcasing a group of boys performing dangerous scooter stunts on a busy road in the city. The footage, shared by the Bengaluru police on X, depicts the men riding without helmets, putting themselves and others at risk.

The Bengaluru City Police promptly responded to the incident, arresting all 44 individuals involved and confiscating their vehicles. According to the police post, 33 cases have been registered in connection with the incident, which took place on Kempegowda International Airport road.

The video shows the men performing a stunt called “wheeling,” where they raise the front part of the scooter and balance it on the rear wheel while riding without helmets. This reckless act poses a significant threat to both the riders and other road users.

Wheeling on city roads? Our officers are always ready to bring your adventure to a halt.#WeServeWeProtect pic.twitter.com/q8sXqDxJVY

— ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice (@BlrCityPolice) August 17, 2024

Internet users widely applauded the Bengaluru police’s swift action and called for stricter measures to prevent such incidents in the future. One user commented, “Even after taking such action, these types of incidents are increasing every day. Need to make something different.”

Another user suggested, “Arrest and put these idiots in jail for at least 10 days. Every day, driving a bike in Bangalore is a nightmare due to these illiterate idiots.”

A third user expressed concern, “This is the height of carelessness! They keep repeating it over and over, putting their life and others’ lives in danger. What measures can be taken to stop this as a whole?”

A fourth user praised the police, “God bless you and your family, sir. You are superheroes of the society.”

This incident highlights the urgent need for stricter traffic regulations and enforcement to curb reckless behavior on the roads and ensure the safety of all road users.