High-Tech “Bond Style” License Plate Switch Busted in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Telangana | April 14, 2026

Hyderabad Traffic Police uncovered a sophisticated attempt to evade digital surveillance during a routine drunk-driving check in Jubilee Hills.

A 30-year-old driver, Dr. Gautham Reddy, was caught using a remote-controlled flip mechanism on his BMW. The device allowed him to switch his legitimate Telangana plate (TS9FQ9999) to a fake Delhi plate (DL6CM7097) in seconds—mirroring gadgets seen in James Bond films.

The Fallout:

• DUI Charges: The driver’s blood alcohol level was recorded at 137 mg/100 ml, nearly five times the legal limit.
• Investigation: Police have seized the vehicle and are now tracking the private decor shops responsible for installing these illegal modifications, which are used to dodge e-challans and high-speed cameras.