In an ironic turn, a Hebbal traffic cop was caught violating helmet rules while on duty. On May 24, a photo showed an assistant sub-inspector riding pillion without a helmet near the Hebbal ring road junction, prompting netizens to call out the hypocrisy. The photo, shared by the X account @concernedcitizen, sparked public outrage and led to a Rs 500 fine for the constable rider, who was wearing a helmet. The duo was headed to an accident site at the time, with the ASI carrying a device to fine violators — making the breach all the more ironic.
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