A viral video showing a young boy driving a luxury car on a public road has resulted in legal action against his father, with police registering a case and seizing the vehicle for violating traffic and motor vehicle regulations.
The video, widely circulated on social media, showed the minor behind the wheel of the high-end car while it was being driven on a public road. The footage quickly drew criticism from road safety advocates and members of the public, who questioned how a child was allowed to operate a vehicle.
Police initiate action after video goes viral
After the video surfaced online, police launched an inquiry to identify the vehicle and verify the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Investigators traced the car to its owner and determined that the boy was below the legal age required to drive. Authorities subsequently registered a case against the father for permitting a minor to operate a motor vehicle.
The luxury car was also seized as part of the investigation.
Safety concerns highlighted
Road safety experts have repeatedly warned against allowing minors to drive vehicles, noting that such actions not only violate the law but also pose serious risks to the driver, passengers and other road users.
Police officials stressed that parents and guardians have a responsibility to ensure that children do not gain access to vehicles before obtaining a valid driving licence.
The incident has reignited discussions about parental accountability and the need for stricter enforcement of road safety laws, particularly in cases involving minors driving high-powered vehicles.
Authorities have urged citizens to report similar violations and reminded vehicle owners that permitting underage driving can attract severe penalties under the Motor Vehicles Act.