In Tyumen, law enforcement stopped a Lada Granta after a night excursion that involved a girl and a young man who had taken the car without permission. The vehicle had been used to drive their friend around the city under cover of darkness, according to statements from the regional department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The driver confessed to the police that he did not possess a valid driver’s license and that the car did not belong to him. He explained that he had been drinking with the car owner, and upon returning home discovered the keys still in circulation. The owner reportedly had no knowledge of this unauthorized use until the car reappeared returned late at night or early morning, prompting immediate police involvement.
According to the police report, the suspect saw an opportunity to borrow the car for a late-night ride with the girl, and proposed a casual tour around the city. The vehicle was subsequently seized by authorities and will be returned to its rightful owner after the investigation concludes, the regional department noted. The incident has been logged as part of a broader effort to deter unlawful use of motor vehicles and to protect property rights in the area.
Authorities opened a criminal case on charges of theft. The suspect was released under an obligation to appear in court at a later date. In addition, a protocol was drawn up under part three of article 12.8 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. The offender faces potential penalties, including a fine of thirty thousand rubles or up to fifteen days of detention for driving without a license and for operating a vehicle without possessing proper authorization.
Separately, in the Volgograd region, a similar episode unfolded in which a man initially helped the owner by starting the car for him but then seized the vehicle and caused a crash. The incident is under review by local authorities as part of ongoing measures to combat vehicle theft and to reinforce responsible behavior behind the wheel. Reports from regional law enforcement emphasize the importance of driver licensing, lawful ownership, and adherence to road safety rules to prevent such crimes and protect the community at night.