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Teenager Busted for Stolen Bike & Fake Plates
16 Jun
Summary
- A 17-year-old used fake plates on a stolen motorcycle.
- The teen claimed the bike, unaware of its stolen status.
- Police are investigating how the minor obtained the stolen vehicle.
In Mumbai, a 17-year-old college student has been charged after being caught using a fake license plate and registration on a stolen motorcycle. The incident came to light when the minor attempted to claim the vehicle from police custody after it was towed for a traffic violation.
Authorities discovered the motorcycle had been reported stolen in April from Mumbra. The teen's attempt to retrieve the bike, while claiming it as his own and admitting to lacking a license, raised further suspicion. Police are now working to determine how the student acquired the stolen vehicle and who provided him with the counterfeit number plate.
The investigation began when Sahar traffic police impounded a two-wheeler for a violation. Upon checking, they found outstanding fines linked to a different owner, who confirmed his vehicle number was being misused. This prompted an inquiry that led to the minor's apprehension.
