Hyderabad, Oct. 14: A 25-year-old man allegedly set his motorcycle on fire after an argument with a police sub-inspector during vehicle checking in Falaknuma on Tuesday night.
The incident occurred near Bibi-ka-Chashma, where police stopped the man, identified as Azam, to check his vehicle documents. A dispute reportedly broke out during the inspection.
According to local reports, Azam allegedly set his motorcycle ablaze following the argument. Police personnel and local residents worked together to extinguish the flames.
The man reportedly alleged that the sub-inspector had insulted and abused him during the exchange. The allegation has not been independently established.
Hyderabad Police Verify Motorcycle Ownership and Other Details
Police took Azam into custody and shifted him to the police station. Assistant Commissioner of Police, Falaknuma, M.A. Jaweed, said officials were verifying the motorcycle’s ownership.
Police were also checking whether Azam was under the influence of drugs at the time of the incident. No test results were provided in the available report.
Man sets his own motorcycle on fire after an argument with police during vehicle checking in Falaknuma.
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A case has been registered in connection with the incident. Further details about the charges and the circumstances leading to the fire are awaited
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