However, in the course of the subsequent investigation, the police discovered crucial evidence that raised doubts about the veracity of the caller’s claims. It was found that a tanker had  passed by a scooter, causing only a minor collision.

Apparently driven by anger, the scooter driver hatched a revenge plot to frame the truck driver and instigate a counter from authorities.

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This shockingly irresponsible act could have had grave consequences. We hear about fake terror threats. Calls to authorities are made, citing bomb threats, terror attacks at times to get other people in trouble or simply as a ruse for revenge. This is abhorrent.

So is the infantile behaviour of making calls simply as a joke. Some reasons trotted out are: that somebody thought it may be fun to do so. Yet another made these calls on a dare. Some thought they would test the system or police.

People need to realise this is hardly funny. More awareness about strict punitive action, arrests and jail time this may warrant will act as deterrent.

These are serious matters and need to be treated as such. Desist from childish and criminal behaviour, which this is. Think about your family and loved ones. Maturity and responsibility, besides accountability must define our actions.