Cyberabad Traffic Police apprehend 320 motorists in weekend drive

Cyberabad Traffic Police apprehended 320 motorists during a weekend drunk-driving drive, including 265 two-wheeler riders. BAC tests recorded varying alcohol levels among offenders. Courts disposed of 196 drunk-driving cases between October 12 and 17, imposing fines and community service.

Hyderabad: The Cyberabad Traffic Police apprehended 320 motorists during a special drunk-driving enforcement drive conducted over the weekend.

Of the offenders, 265 were two-wheeler riders, 16 were driving three-wheelers, 38 were driving cars and one was driving a heavy vehicle.

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Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) tests showed that 266 offenders had levels ranging from 36 mg/100 ml to 200 mg/100 ml, while 38 recorded levels between 201 mg/100 ml and 300 mg/100 ml. Another 16 had BAC levels ranging from 301 mg/100 ml to 550 mg/100 ml.

All the offenders will be produced before the court, said Cyberabad Traffic Police officials.

The police warned that driving under the influence of alcohol was a serious offence. Those who drive in an inebriated condition and cause fatal accidents would face charges under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which deals with culpable homicide not amounting to murder. The provision carries a maximum punishment of 10 years in prison and a fine, officials said.

Meanwhile, 196 drunk-driving cases were disposed of by courts between October 12 and 17. Of these, 191 offenders were fined, while five were ordered to pay fines and perform community service. No offender was sentenced to both a fine and imprisonment during the period.