A 32-year-old man in Bengaluru was allegedly stabbed by three youngsters after he objected to them performing wheelies on a public road. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening in the city’s western suburb of Chandra Layout.
According to the police, the man, identified as Rajesh, was on his way to work when he saw the three youngsters performing wheelies on a bike near the Mariyamma Temple. Rajesh reportedly approached the youngsters and asked them to stop, expressing concern for the safety of children playing in the area.
The youngsters, however, took offense to Rajesh’s intervention and engaged in a verbal altercation with him. The situation escalated quickly, and one of the youngsters allegedly pulled out a knife and stabbed Rajesh multiple times. Rajesh managed to escape and seek help at a nearby hospital.
The police have registered a case against the three youngsters and are investigating the incident. The youngsters are still absconding.
Road Safety Concerns
The incident raises concerns about the growing trend of youngsters performing dangerous stunts on public roads, putting their own lives and those of others at risk. Wheelies, in particular, are a risky maneuver that can easily lead to loss of control and accidents.
Legal Implications
In India, performing stunts like wheelies on public roads is a punishable offense under the Motor Vehicles Act. The Act states that any person who drives a motor vehicle in a manner that causes danger or injury to the person himself or others is guilty of an offense and shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both.
Call for Responsible Driving
The incident serves as a reminder to all road users, especially youngsters, to exercise caution and responsibility while driving. Engaging in dangerous stunts not only puts one’s own life at risk but also endangers the lives of others. It is important to follow traffic rules and regulations to ensure the safety of all road users.
