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Delhi Police Arrest Biker for Dangerous Bus Stunt, Scrap 15-Year-Old Motorcycle

Using a viral social media clip to trace the unregistered rider the police handed the over-15-year-old motorcycle to a scrapper under Delhi’s anti-pollution policy.

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Overview

  • A Royal Enfield rider performed a zig-zag stunt without a helmet in front of a moving DTC bus in East Delhi, endangering other road users.
  • Officers identified the bus via the DTC control room and traced the motorcycle’s registration number using a widely shared Instagram video.
  • Investigation showed the bike’s first owner sold it over 13 years ago but never updated the transfer, aiding police in locating the current rider.
  • Formal charges have been filed against the motorcyclist for reckless riding and safety violations.
  • The motorcycle, being more than 15 years old, was handed over to a certified scrapper in line with the city’s anti-pollution regulations.