In Ramenskoye, authorities charged the owner of a silver Skoda Octavia who had styled his car to resemble a traffic police patrol vehicle. The information was reported on the official site of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Moscow Region . The notice described a roundabout scene where a Skoda, outfitted with blue lights, a police color scheme, and fake license plates, appeared ready to signal the presence of a traffic enforcement unit. The BMW driver involved in the incident performed dangerous maneuvers that endangered other road users, prompting police attention and investigation . The driver of the BMW fled the scene, leaving behind questions about the role of the Skoda in the event and the overall plan behind the setup.
Investigators discovered that the blue flashing lights and the imitation police insignia on the Skoda Octavia could be removed with simple tools, suggesting the outfit was not a permanent modification. The Skoda owner claimed to have worked as a car-prop supplier for seven years, asserting that he possessed a license to drive vehicles modified to mimic official police transport. He stated that the arrangement was intended for feature films and claimed prior authorization for this use, though police later assessed the claim for accuracy .
The owner was brought to administrative justice under two provisions of the Administrative Offenses Act. He faced charges for placing incorrect registration numbers on a vehicle and for unlawfully applying a color scheme associated with a state transport agency. The case highlighted concerns about vehicle impersonation and the potential risks posed when such equipment is used in public spaces. Authorities emphasized that even if a vehicle is employed for entertainment or filming, it cannot imitate official vehicles in a way that could mislead other drivers or law enforcement personnel .
Authorities also referenced prior incidents in Moscow involving high-value vehicles and towing operations. In one earlier case, a Lamborghini found in the city had been involved in a transfer from a parking area to a tow truck, with details under review by the relevant authorities. The documentary and investigative work around those events underscored a broader focus on vehicle impersonation, traffic safety, and the enforcement of licensing requirements for any vehicle used in public-facing roles. The authorities urged the public to report suspicious recreations of emergency or police vehicles and to rely on verified channels for information about road safety and law enforcement activities. The information from these reports continues to inform ongoing discussions about how best to regulate and monitor vehicle appearances in media contexts .