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Hyderabad, Cyberabad Night Checks Net 536 Drunk-Driving Cases

Several motorists recorded extremely high blood-alcohol levels, prompting court appearances.

Overview

  • Hyderabad Traffic Police detained 305 motorists in Saturday night checks, including 242 two-wheeler riders, 26 three-wheelers, 35 four-wheelers, and 2 heavy vehicles.
  • Cyberabad Police booked 231 cases during the weekend operation, with 187 two-wheeler riders, 15 three-wheeler drivers, and 29 four-wheeler drivers.
  • Officers reported severe intoxication in some cases, with 13 readings above 300 mg/100 ml in Hyderabad and 12 at 301 mg/100 ml or higher in Cyberabad.
  • Within Cyberabad, Kukatpally logged the most cases at 35, while Patancheru and Miyapur recorded 29 each.
  • Police said all detainees will be produced before magistrates for legal proceedings, and warned that fatal crashes under the influence can draw BNS Section 105 charges carrying up to 10 years in prison.