A routine traffic check on a highway in Rajasthan took a dangerous turn this week, leading to the removal of an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) from active duty. The incident, which occurred near Bhilwara and Jaipur, saw a woman nearly being run over by a police patrol vehicle during a confrontation that followed a document check.
From Routine Check to Roadside Chaos
The episode unfolded around 5 pm on Tuesday when officers from the Chittorgarh police stopped a car and asked the driver to produce his documents. What began as a standard procedure quickly escalated into a heated argument between the police and the vehicle's occupants. Officials stated that attempts were made to reason with the driver, but he refused to cooperate with the police instructions.
The situation intensified as police tried to push a man from the car into their patrol jeep. Women from the family protested vehemently, moving closer to the official vehicle. In the ensuing commotion, one woman grabbed hold of the jeep's door, preventing it from being shut, and shouted as officers tried to clear the area.
Woman Falls, Narrowly Escapes Wheels
Tensions reached a peak when, according to police, another individual attempted to snatch the keys from the driver of the patrol vehicle. Officers intervened to pull him away. As they tried to remove the woman clinging to the door, she was pushed back. At that exact moment, the jeep moved forward.
The woman lost her balance and fell to the ground. Dramatic footage shows her narrowly avoiding the wheels of the moving patrol vehicle. Police confirmed that she was not run over, but the incident highlighted the severe risk to her safety.
Video Evidence Triggers Action
The entire chaotic episode was captured on video by a bystander. Once the footage surfaced and circulated widely, it drew significant public attention to the police's handling of the traffic stop. The scrutiny prompted departmental action.
As a direct consequence, the involved Assistant Sub-Inspector was sent to the police lines on Tuesday itself. This action effectively removes the officer from frontline duty pending a further and more detailed inquiry into the conduct during the incident.
The case underscores the challenges law enforcement faces during public interactions and how quickly routine procedures can deteriorate without proper de-escalation. The inquiry will now determine the exact sequence of events and accountability for the near-tragic outcome.
