Kochi police seize three private buses as drivers found allegedly drunk; 35 offences detected in special drive

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The Kochi City police on Monday seized three private buses after their drivers were allegedly found to be drunk. The cases were detected during a special enforcement drive conducted in and around Kakkanad and Thrikkakara from 5.30 a.m. to 8 a.m., according to the police.

As many as 132 buses were inspected as part of the drive, and 35 offences were detected, including drunken driving.

“The drivers who were found to be under the influence of alcohol were arrested, and the buses were seized and produced before the court. Steps will now be taken to suspend the licences of the drivers,” Bijoy Chandran, ACP, Thrikkakara, said.