In Moscow, vehicles without license plates or with fake plates have…
In Moscow, vehicles without license plates or with fake plates have been increasingly towed to special parking lots since the beginning of the year, primarily BMWs, Mercedes-Benz, and Geely models. The decision is made by the Antiterrorist Commission due to concerns about potential theft or criminal use.
Consensus
- More than 1,200 vehicles without license plates or with fake plates were towed to special parking lots in Moscow since the beginning of the year.
- The decision to tow vehicles is made by the Antiterrorist Commission.
- Vehicles without plates may be stolen or used for criminal purposes.
- Police check the vehicles on the special parking lot, and if no violations are found, owners can reclaim their cars.
- BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Geely, Toyota, and Lada were among the most frequently towed vehicle brands.
Points of divergence
- The prices for auto parts and accessories for foreign cars have increased by 15–20% on average since January. — vm
- President Vladimir Putin signed a law reducing the number of documents required to detain drivers under alcohol influence. — vm
Coverage (3 sources)
- Which cars are most frequently towed in Moscow — Вечерняя Москва
- In Moscow, unnumbered BMWs and Mercedes-Benz are evacuated most frequently — РИАМО
- BMW without license plates were more frequently found at special parking lots in Moscow since the beginning of the year — Москва 24