Few of us may have experienced a terrible feel on noticing our bike or car parked is no longer visible at the spot . We end up asking in surrounding what really happend there - has it been stolen , was it moved to any other location by some one etc .
No need to panic . Relax ! 99% it would be a case of Traffic police towed if vehicle parking is against norms or rules been violated. Especially in Bengaluru , traffic police are more vigilant . A hefty towing charge of up-to Rs.750 for two wheeler and up-to Rs.1100 for 4 wheeler will be charged.
So what should you do if you find your parked vehicle missing -
No need to panic . Relax ! 99% it would be a case of Traffic police towed if vehicle parking is against norms or rules been violated. Especially in Bengaluru , traffic police are more vigilant . A hefty towing charge of up-to Rs.750 for two wheeler and up-to Rs.1100 for 4 wheeler will be charged.
So what should you do if you find your parked vehicle missing -
- Check with locality people who are nearby to parked spot . 90% - they may have seen traffic police towed your vehicle in your absence
- Call up traffic control room number - 080 2294 3131 . Inform about your exact location i.e Area and some popular landmark. They will have info on officers on job in respective areas and share contact number of officer
- Speak to officer immediately , share your vehicle model , registration number and confirm if they have really towed the vehicle and where you can collect them
- If they are nearby you are lucky , else you have to end up meeting them at Area police station . Ensure you have at-least the towing charge + transport fare in your wallet to reach the spot. If you are with a family , arrange a alternate transport for them as you may need to visit police station and may take time to settle. Be patient , if officers are at lunch it may take some more time to address your case.
- One you meet officer , they shall guide on reason why they had to tow the vehicle , inform about charge payable. Always Note - a fine is intended to correct a mistake & create awareness , if you feel its a mistake from you end in parking promptly pay the fine and get a bill. Don't try to bribe . If you are convinced its not your mistake , then you may take up to higher officials at police station with proof.
Readers - Do share such cases you may have experienced and how you managed to get your loving vehicle back !!
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