Traffic police in Ufa took decisive action after a disturbing scene circulated online: a VAZ-2114 driver was dragged along the city street, and investigators promptly confiscated the car. The seizure followed a video that captured the breach and quickly spread across social networks. Officials on the Telegram channel of Bashkortostan’s traffic police chief, Vladimir Sevastyanov, confirmed the incident and outlined the steps taken in response to the alarming footage.
The recorded episode unfolded at the eastern outskirts of Ufa, where citizens witnessed a confrontation involving a driver behind the wheel of a domestic car. It emerged that the individual responsible for the attack was just 22 years old and operated without any valid driving license. Records indicate that this individual had a substantial prior history, having been brought to justice on at least 90 separate occasions for traffic violations, underscoring a pattern of behavior that raised serious public safety concerns.
In the official statement, the head of the republican traffic police described the current case as a serious breach of road rules and public order. The driver faced administrative responsibility for six traffic violations, including six counts tied to the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. Specifically, the authorities cited violation 12.7 for driving by a person who lacks the legal right to operate a vehicle. This charge reflects the gravity of permitting an unlicensed individual to operate a motor vehicle on public roadways, a situation the traffic police treated with zero tolerance given the potential risk to bystanders and other road users.
Following the legal proceedings, a court decision ordered administrative detention for five days. The vehicle was subsequently confiscated and placed in a private parking lot to prevent any further unauthorized use while investigations continued and a formal administrative process was completed. The swift legal response aimed to reinforce the rule that unlicensed driving endangers others and will be met with firm penalties.
In a separate but related development, reports note that a former driver associated with a Ceylan bread factory in Krasnodar recently fled the scene after taking more than ten vehicles. The details suggest a continuing pattern of risky behavior by individuals with a documented history of disregarding traffic laws, highlighting ongoing concerns about vehicle theft and unauthorized use of motor vehicles in different regions. Officials emphasized the importance of securities checks and accountability, stressing that law enforcement agencies are vigilant in pursuing those who pose threats to road safety and public order.