Gurgaon Police Apprehend Two Youths for Sword-Wielding High-Speed Thar Joyride
In a startling incident that triggered panic among residents, Gurgaon police arrested two youths on Friday after catching them driving a black Mahindra Thar at high speed while brandishing swords in the air in Sector 10A. The dramatic arrest occurred at a check post near Himgiri Chowk, following a tip-off about reckless and dangerous behavior.
Details of the Arrest and Accused
The accused have been identified as Tarun Yadav and Tushar Sharma, both residents of Sector 10A in Gurgaon. According to police sources, one of them serves as an officer in the Merchant Navy, while the other was recently discharged from a drug de-addiction center. The black Thar involved in the incident is owned by Tushar Sharma and notably lacked a registration plate, raising immediate red flags for law enforcement.
Police Operation and Vehicle Interception
A dedicated police team from the Sector 10A police station, led by ASI Devender and including constables Naveen and Sagar, was on routine crime patrolling duty when they received critical information from the police control room. The alert described two individuals traveling in a black Thar around the Kadipur and Sector 10A areas, waving swords menacingly and driving the vehicle in a reckless manner that endangered public safety.
Responding swiftly, the team established a checkpoint at Himgiri Chowk and began inspecting vehicles. Shortly thereafter, a black Thar without a number plate was spotted approaching from Basai Chowk at dangerously high speed. When signaled to stop, the driver attempted to turn the vehicle around in a bid to flee, but police personnel managed to intercept and halt the Thar effectively.
Weapons Recovery and Legal Charges
During a thorough search of the vehicle, police recovered four unsheathed swords and a long, sharp knife identified as a khukri. The swords measured approximately 2 feet 10 inches in length, while the khukri was about 7 inches long. When questioned, the accused failed to produce any valid licenses or permits for these weapons, leading to their immediate seizure and placement into police custody.
A formal case has been registered against Tarun Yadav and Tushar Sharma at the Sector 10A police station under multiple legal provisions:
- Sections 281 (rash driving) and 125 (acts done so rashly or negligently that they endanger human life) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
- Section 25(1-B)(b) of the Arms Act, pertaining to the unlawful acquisition, possession, or carrying of firearms or ammunition.
- Sections 39 (necessity for registration) and 192 (penalizes driving or allowing the use of a motor vehicle without valid registration) of the Motor Vehicles Act.
Judicial Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
The accused were promptly produced before a local court, which ordered them to be remanded to 14 days of judicial custody. Head constable Deepak, the investigating officer in the case, confirmed that there are no prior criminal cases against the duo. However, the investigation remains active to uncover all facts and motivations behind this alarming incident.
This episode underscores the vigilance of Gurgaon police in maintaining public order and safety, while also highlighting the severe legal consequences for such reckless actions on city roads.
