Wed Jan 22 12:11:55 UTC 2025: ## Man Attempts to Topple Cars on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway, Sparking Safety Concerns
**Bengaluru, January 22, 2025** – A disturbing video circulating on social media shows a man attempting to cause accidents on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway by placing a large wooden log in the path of oncoming vehicles. The incident, which occurred near Kengeri on January 20th at approximately 6:42 PM, has raised serious safety concerns among commuters.
The video, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user Deep Darshan, shows the individual wielding the log and seemingly attempting to obstruct high-speed traffic. Darshan, who captured the footage on his dashcam, believes the man’s intention was to cause an accident and subsequently rob valuables from the involved vehicles. He tagged the Bengaluru City Police in his post, urging immediate action.
The Bengaluru City Police responded, requesting the exact location of the incident and the user’s contact information. The incident has sparked outrage and concern online, with users expressing fear and highlighting the lack of safety measures on the expressway, which has a history of accidents. Some users suggested defensive driving techniques, such as using the middle lane, to mitigate the risk. Others criticized the lack of patrolling and effective control measures on the highway, despite high toll costs.
The incident underscores growing anxieties about safety on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway and has prompted calls for increased police presence and improved safety protocols. The police investigation is ongoing.
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