Off-Duty Cop Stops TVS Apache RR310 Rider Without Reason? Truth Revealed [Video]
A video is going viral on social media showing a man in plain clothes (who is in fact, an off-duty SHO) taking the keys of a parked bike and asking the rider for his license. The video sparked outrage online, with many claiming that an off-duty police officer had wrongfully seized a bike without giving any reason. However, a fact-check reveals a different story altogether.
What Social Media Is Claiming
Several social media users have shared the video, accusing the officer of misuse of power. An X (previously Twitter) user named Ankur Saini questioned how an off-duty police inspector could confiscate a vehicle. Another post from an account named Uttam Hindu claimed that the bike was taken without any explanation and that the officer immediately took the keys and called in backup to tow the bike.
Other users with handles like deadripper07, Ghar Ke Klesh, Rahul Yadav, and Bavachan Varghese also shared similar claims, adding fuel to the controversy.
What Actually Happened
We did a closer examination of the incident (and the footage) and have uncovered the truth for our readers. We dug deep and found the original video source. It seems to be share by the handle Akshit Chanoria on Youtube. It was originally uploaded on June 17, 2024 and is nearly nine months old. For some reason, it has gone viral now. The video seems to have been captured from Himachal Pradesh.
According to the original video, the incident took place when a group of friends was out for a ride. An off-duty SHO (Station Head Officer) soon noticed a bike without a rear number plate and stopped it. The motorcycle in question is a TVS RR 310. He asked the rider to show his license, and in return, the rider demanded the officer’s ID. This led to a minor argument between the two. The cop soon called for backup.
Police Followed Procedure
Soon after the argument, more policemen arrived at the scene. They issued a fine of ₹4500 to the biker for not having a rear number plate. The officers then explained the importance of having proper registration details and allowed the group to leave with their vehicle after the challan was issued.
There was no bike seizure, no misuse of power, and no unlawful action as claimed in the viral posts. It is legal for an off-duty cop to stop a vehicle, even though the department generally doesn't encourage the same. Also, the off-duty SHO did not issue the challan all by himself. It was done in the presence of personnel in uniform.
The only possible thing that the cop did wrong was to not introduce himself and disclose his designation initially. Instead, he took the keys away the hard way, leaving the opposite party wondering what was going on. Ideally, he should have also produced his ID card when demanded by the bikers.
Misleading Claims Go Viral
This incident is yet another example of how partial clips on social media can be shared out of context. While it may appear that the officer acted without authority, the full video and the investigation clearly show that proper procedures were followed during the same. The fine was issued legally, and the vehicle was not confiscated.
Before reacting to viral videos, it’s important to check the full context and know all details. In this case, the claims made online turned out to be completely misleading.