Baran (Rajasthan): A family has alleged that they were left stranded on a deserted road in the early hours of the morning after police seized their newly purchased car during a vehicle inspection in Rajasthan‘s Baran district. According to the family’s account, the incident occurred at around 3 am while they were travelling to a temple with their three-month-old baby.
The allegations, shared on social media, have drawn attention after claims that police confiscated the vehicle on suspicion of theft because the family was unable to produce its registration documents, which they said had been left at home. Authorities had not issued an official statement on the allegations at the time of writing.
Family claims vehicle was stopped during early-morning journey
According to the family, Manish Summan was travelling with his wife and their three-month-old child to visit a Devi temple when police intercepted their car during routine checking.
The family said the vehicle had been purchased recently and that its documents were inadvertently left at home.
They alleged that despite explaining the situation, police suspected the vehicle to be stolen and decided to seize it.
The exact circumstances under which the vehicle was impounded have not yet been independently verified.
Allegation of being left stranded
The family further alleged that after the vehicle was seized, they requested the police to at least help them reach home safely because they were travelling with a young infant.
According to their account, the request was declined, leaving the husband, wife and child stranded on the roadside during the early hours of the morning.
The family has claimed that they had to remain on the road without transportation after the vehicle was taken away.
These allegations have circulated widely on social media, prompting discussions about police conduct during enforcement operations.
Claims of being prevented from recording video
The family has also alleged that when they attempted to record the incident on their mobile phone, police personnel threatened them and discouraged them from filming.
These claims have not been independently verified, and no official confirmation has been issued regarding the alleged interaction between the family and the police officers involved.
Vehicle checks and legal requirements
Police are empowered to stop vehicles and verify ownership documents during routine checks or when there is reasonable suspicion regarding a vehicle’s identity.
Motorists are generally required to carry or be able to produce valid vehicle-related documents, such as registration certificates, insurance papers and driving licences. In many cases, these documents may also be produced digitally through authorised government platforms, subject to applicable regulations.
Whether the action taken in this case was consistent with prescribed procedures will depend on the findings of any official inquiry or clarification issued by the authorities.
Awaiting official response
As of now, the Rajasthan Police have not publicly responded to the family’s allegations, and there has been no official confirmation regarding the reasons for seizing the vehicle or the subsequent events described by the family.
The incident has generated widespread reactions online, with many social media users calling for an impartial inquiry into the matter.
Until an official investigation or statement is released, the family’s account remains an allegation.
If confirmed, the case could raise questions about the handling of motorists during late-night enforcement operations, particularly when vulnerable passengers such as infants are involved.