Can You Report to the Police If Your Tires Are Deflated?
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You can report to the police, but ensure whether the car was parked illegally. Introduction to Illegal Parking: Illegal parking is a legal term referring to vehicles parked outside designated areas. Standards for Motor Vehicle Parking: Parking is prohibited in areas with no-parking signs or markings, on road sections with separation facilities between motor vehicle lanes and non-motor vehicle lanes or sidewalks, as well as at crosswalks and construction zones; parking is also prohibited at intersections, railway crossings, sharp curves, narrow roads less than 4 meters wide, bridges, steep slopes, tunnels, and within 50 meters of these locations; additionally, parking is not allowed in front of bus stops, emergency stations, gas stations, fire hydrants, or fire stations (or within 30 meters of these locations), except for vehicles using these facilities.
A few days ago, my car was parked downstairs in my residential area when someone secretly let the air out of my tires. I was extremely frustrated, so I quickly took photos with my phone as evidence and immediately called 110 to report it. The police officers came to check the situation and said that this kind of deliberate property damage violates public security regulations and can be officially investigated. They took detailed notes and reviewed the surveillance footage. Later, the mechanic at the auto repair shop checked and said that excessive deflation could damage the internal structure of the tires, recommending replacement, which cost me several hundred yuan. If you encounter a similar situation, remember to take photos for evidence first, then report it to the police. It’s also best to change your parking spot to avoid being targeted again—safety comes first.
