A viral video showing a youth allegedly firing from a moving car in Greater Noida has triggered panic and renewed concerns over public safety. Police have launched an investigation to identify the accused and trace the vehicle.
Greater Noida: Panic and outrage spread after a video surfaced showing a youth allegedly firing from a moving car on a busy road in Greater Noida, triggering fresh concerns over public safety and law enforcement.
According to preliminary information, the incident reportedly took place on a public stretch where the accused, seen leaning out of the vehicle, appeared to discharge a firearm while the car was in motion. The footage, widely circulated on social media, shows bystanders reacting in shock as the vehicle speeds away.
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Authorities have taken cognisance of the video. Police officials said efforts are underway to identify the individual and trace the vehicle involved. “Appropriate legal action will be taken against those responsible,” an officer stated, adding that such acts pose a serious threat to public safety.
While no injuries have been officially reported so far, the visuals have sparked alarm among residents, who questioned how firearms are being brandished so openly. Many users online condemned the act, calling it a “reckless display of lawlessness.”
Police are examining the authenticity of the video, verifying the location, and checking CCTV footage from nearby areas. Further details are awaited.
Published: 16 Feb 2026, 06:02 pm IST
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