In a significant enforcement action, the Hyderabad City Traffic Police, in coordination with the Chaderghat Police, arrested a man for using a fake number plate on his two wheeler and committing multiple traffic violations.
The accused, Mohd. Rafiuddin, a resident of Madannapet in Hyderabad, was apprehended on April 16, 2026. A case has been registered under Sections 319(2) and 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with Section 158 read with 177 of the Motor Vehicles Act.
How the Fraud Was Detected
According to police officials, the accused tampered with his vehicle’s original registration number TG11A1698 and altered it to TG11A1898 to evade traffic enforcement systems.
The fraud came to light after Shaheen Begum, the legitimate owner of the original number TG11A1898, filed a complaint stating that multiple traffic challans were being wrongly issued in her name.
Investigation & Arrest
Using technical analysis and coordinated investigation, police traced the misuse back to the accused and successfully apprehended him.
Authorities have issued a notice under Section 35(3) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and further investigation is currently underway.
Police Warning to Public
The Hyderabad Traffic Police warned that:
Using fake or tampered number plates is a serious offence and will invite strict legal action.
Citizens are encouraged to report any suspicious vehicle registration misuse through:
- Official e-Challan portal
- Email: echallanhelpdesk.hyd@gmail.com
- WhatsApp: 8712661690
