RTD Issues 3,855 Notices for Motorcyclists Violations
Special Motorcycle Operation Conducted Across Selangor
The Selangor Road Transport Department (RTD) has issued a total of 3,855 notices to motorcyclists for various violations during a special operation that lasted 12 days from November 1 to November 12. The operation aimed to reduce road accidents and fatalities in Selangor.
Main Offences Involved Technical Vehicle Issues
Director Azrin Borhan stated that most of the offences involved technical vehicle issues, resulting in 1,644 notices being issued. This was followed by not possessing road tax (983), driving without a license (737), non-compliant registration numbers (302), and other miscellaneous offences.
Technical Modifications a Major Concern
Azrin added that the main offences were technical modifications, including altered exhausts, lights, and other components that riders claim enhance the bike’s appearance for friends. “We believe these modifications are often driven by peer influence and also aimed at increasing speed,” he said.
Inspections Conducted Across 286 Locations
The special operation saw 325 officers and personnel, along with related agencies such as the National Anti-Drug Agency, Royal Malaysia Police, and highway concessionaires, conducting inspections at 286 locations across Selangor.
Last Night’s Inspections Yield Promising Results
During the operation at the Petaling Jaya Toll Plaza (southbound) on the Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP) last night, 631 motorcycles were inspected, 295 notices were issued, five motorcycles were impounded, and the National Anti-Drug Agency detained five individuals who tested positive for methamphetamine.
2024 Operasi Khas Motosikal: Aims to Reduce Road Accidents and Fatalities
The RTD has been conducting the 2024 Operasi Khas Motosikal, which will run until December 31, to reduce road accidents and fatalities. The operation is aimed at ensuring the safety of all road users, especially motorcyclists, who are often at risk due to their vulnerable nature on the road.
Conclusion
The RTD’s special motorcycle operation has resulted in a significant number of notices being issued to motorcyclists who violated various traffic laws and regulations. The operation’s focus on technical vehicle issues and peer influence-driven modifications is a step in the right direction towards reducing road accidents and fatalities in Selangor.
FAQs
Q: What was the purpose of the special motorcycle operation?
A: The operation aimed to reduce road accidents and fatalities in Selangor.
Q: What were the main offences committed by motorcyclists during the operation?
A: The main offences were technical modifications, including altered exhausts, lights, and other components that riders claim enhance the bike’s appearance for friends.
Q: How many notices were issued during the operation?
A: A total of 3,855 notices were issued to motorcyclists who violated various traffic laws and regulations.
Q: What is the next step for the RTD in reducing road accidents and fatalities?
A: The RTD will continue to conduct operations like the 2024 Operasi Khas Motosikal to ensure the safety of all road users, especially motorcyclists.