Road Rage And Extortion Attempts Persist Despite Commissioner’s Warning, Police Launch Crackdown

Despite stern warnings from the City Police Commissioner, instances of road rage and extortion on the streets of Bangalore continue to plague the city, prompting the authorities to launch a crackdown on miscreants who threaten and harass motorists. In an alarming incident near Kudlugate, a driver’s audacious attempt to extort money from an auto-rickshaw by touching a moving car highlights the brazen disregard for safety and civility exhibited by some unruly individuals. This incident occurred within a mere 24 hours after the Commissioner’s cautionary message was disseminated through social media platforms. Despite repeated warnings, it seems that some continue to flout the law, persisting as unrepentant troublemakers. In response to the escalating situation, a frustrated individual took to Twitter to voice his exasperation at the audacious behavior of certain auto drivers. He described the scenario of innocent people falling victim to the tactics employed by these rogue drivers, who manipulate situations and demand money under threats. He questioned the timeline for action against these hooligans, highlighting the growing trend of such misconduct. City Police Commissioner B. Dayanand wasted no time in taking action. He instructed officials to initiate a rigorous crackdown against individuals who block vehicles on the roads for trivial reasons, aiming to extort money from unsuspecting victims. This comes in the aftermath of incidents like the recent altercation involving software employees and rogue elements who stopped their car for not yielding the way. Commissioner Dayanand’s proactive stance was underscored by a series of tweets in which he pledged unwavering action against those who disrupt public order and extort money from citizens through threats and intimidation. The Police Commissioner has further directed senior officials, including ACPs and inspectors, to monitor the activities of rowdy elements within their respective police stations.