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Automobile
Bihar man hoists new SUV to rooftop with crane to deter theft
✍️ India Today
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 02:32 PM
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A resident of Bihar lifted his newly purchased SUV onto the second‑floor roof using a crane, saying the unusual step was taken to safeguard the vehicle from potential theft.
A man in Bihar resorted to an unconventional method to protect his newly bought sport utility vehicle. Using a crane, he raised the SUV onto the second‑floor rooftop of his residence, a move he described as a precaution against theft.
He told local media that rising incidents of vehicle theft in the region prompted him to think beyond traditional security measures. By placing the car out of reach on a rooftop, he believes it will be less accessible to thieves.
Neighbors observed the operation, noting the crane’s presence and the careful positioning of the vehicle. While some expressed curiosity, there were no immediate objections or legal challenges reported.
Authorities have not intervened, as the act does not violate any specific law, though they reiterated the importance of standard security practices such as parking in authorized areas and using approved anti‑theft devices.
He told local media that rising incidents of vehicle theft in the region prompted him to think beyond traditional security measures. By placing the car out of reach on a rooftop, he believes it will be less accessible to thieves.
Neighbors observed the operation, noting the crane’s presence and the careful positioning of the vehicle. While some expressed curiosity, there were no immediate objections or legal challenges reported.
Authorities have not intervened, as the act does not violate any specific law, though they reiterated the importance of standard security practices such as parking in authorized areas and using approved anti‑theft devices.