New Delhi: A man allegedly set his tempo on fire in east Delhi ’s Ghazipur after being asked to produce the vehicle’s ownership documents during a traffic check Thursday, police said.
The incident occurred around 8.30 am when traffic personnel stopped the vehicle and asked the driver to produce ownership documents, according to police. The accused, identified as Ghanender (28), allegedly obstructed traffic while brandishing the sword before being apprehended by police. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Delhi | Silver Rate in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi | Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Petrol Price in Delhi | Diesel Price in Delhi | CNG Price in Delhi | LPG Price in Delhi Stay updated with the latest Delhi news.
Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines Police said he then took out a sword, waved a black flag and recorded the incident on his mobile phone. Police said his allegations are being examined and verified. A video of the incident, which surfaced online, shows the tempo engulfed in flames while the man waves a black flag and brandishes a sword, causing traffic disruption in the area. Allegedly angered by the check, the man poured a flammable substance on the tempo and set it ablaze. Traffic movement was subsequently restored. During questioning, Ghanender allegedly gave varying versions of the incident and claimed that traffic officials stop vehicle owners without reason and frequently ask for documents. An FIR has been registered at Ghazipur police station under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Further investigation is underway. Download the TOI App.