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Kannada Actor Mayur Patel Booked in Bengaluru Drunk-Driving Crash

A positive alcohol test prompted police to seize his SUV pending further investigation.

Overview

  • Police say a Toyota Fortuner allegedly driven by Patel lost control near Command Hospital in Domlur on January 28 and struck three to four parked vehicles.
  • Residents alerted the control room, a Hoysala patrol detained him at the scene, and a medical examination confirmed alcohol consumption.
  • An FIR was filed at the Halasuru Traffic Police Station based on a complaint by a vehicle owner identified as Srinivas.
  • Vehicles damaged included those belonging to Srinivas and Abhishek as well as a government vehicle, with no serious injuries reported.
  • Officers seized the SUV and found it lacked valid insurance, with inquiries continuing into charges and liability for damages.