Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Cab Driver Attempts to Run Over Another in Road Rage Incident
Two cab drivers in Bengaluru had an argument over reckless driving.
One driver, Ananth, got angry and tried to run over the other driver, Manjunath.
Manjunath had to hold onto the hood of Ananth's car for about a kilometer until people stopped the car.
Ananth denied being drunk and later settled with Manjunath.
The police fined Ananth for reckless driving.
Ananth allegedly drove recklessly and was confronted by Manjunath.
Ananth attempted to run over Manjunath, who clung to the car's bonnet for a kilometer.
Onlookers intercepted the car and alleged Ananth was driving under the influence.
Ananth underwent an alcometer test, which was negative for alcohol.
Ananth and Manjunath settled amicably, and Ananth was fined Rs 3,000 for reckless driving.
- Who
- Ananth (accused driver) and Manjunath (victim driver)
- What
- Ananth allegedly attempted to run over Manjunath following a road rage incident.
- When
- Around 11 pm on Friday
- Where
- Chowdeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru
- Why
- Ananth was allegedly driving recklessly, and Manjunath intercepted and questioned him.
Manjunath's Perspective
Ananth's Perspective
Alleged Reckless Driving
Manjunath's Perspective
Manjunath claims Ananth was driving recklessly and alerted the police control room.
Ananth's Perspective
Ananth denies driving under the influence of alcohol and claims he was not reckless.
Attempt to Run Over
Manjunath's Perspective
Manjunath alleges Ananth drove towards him in an attempt to run him over.
Ananth's Perspective
Ananth's actions were allegedly driven by anger but denies intent to harm.
Alcohol Influence
Manjunath's Perspective
Onlookers alleged Ananth was driving under the influence of alcohol.
Ananth's Perspective
Ananth underwent an alcometer test, which returned negative for alcohol consumption.
- Date of Incident
- Friday, around 11 pm
- Location
- Chowdeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru
- Accused Driver
- Ananth
- Victim Driver
- Manjunath
- Fine Imposed
- Rs 3,000
- Alcometer Test Result
- Negative for alcohol consumption