New Year’s Enforcement Operation Nets Three Detainees
The Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Division of the Ampang Jaya District Police Headquarters (IPD) conducted a New Year 2025 enforcement operation that resulted in the detention of three individuals, including two men suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI).
DUI Suspects Arrested
Ampang Jaya Police chief ACP Mohd Azam Ismail revealed that the two men, aged 30 and 40, were arrested for driving motor vehicles with blood alcohol levels exceeding the permitted limit under Section 45A (1) of the Road Transport Act (RTA) 1987. Both individuals were brought to the Ampang Jaya IPD, where breath tests using the Evidential Breath Analyzer II (EBA II) were conducted. The results showed that their blood alcohol levels exceeded the allowable limit of 50/100ml.
Penalties for DUI Offenders
According to the RTA 1987, offenders under this section may face imprisonment for up to two years and a fine of not less than RM10,000 and not more than RM30,000, while their driving licences may be suspended for a period not exceeding two years.
Operation Details
During the operation, which began at 9.30 pm yesterday, 193 individuals and 193 vehicles were inspected, and 208 summonses were issued for various offences, including modified exhausts, driving without a licence, expired licences, non-compliant number plates, and missing side mirrors. The offence of driving without a licence accounted for the highest number of summonses, with 63 issued. This clearly shows that many drivers take driving without a valid licence lightly.
Vehicles Seized
A total of 36 vehicles were also seized under Sections 64(1) and 6(4) of the RTA 1987 for offences involving structural modifications to exhaust systems, as well as vehicles driven by foreign nationals. The seized vehicles were taken to the Ampang Traffic Police Station for further action.
Conclusion
The New Year’s enforcement operation serves as a reminder to motorists to always prioritize road safety and adhere to traffic laws. The authorities will continue to conduct regular enforcement operations to ensure that drivers are held accountable for their actions and to reduce the number of accidents on the roads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What were the results of the breath tests conducted on the two DUI suspects?
A: The results showed that their blood alcohol levels exceeded the allowable limit of 50/100ml.
Q: What are the penalties for DUI offenders under Section 45A (1) of the RTA 1987?
A: Offenders may face imprisonment for up to two years and a fine of not less than RM10,000 and not more than RM30,000, while their driving licences may be suspended for a period not exceeding two years.
Q: How many summonses were issued during the operation?
A: A total of 208 summonses were issued for various offences.
Q: How many vehicles were seized during the operation?
A: A total of 36 vehicles were seized for offences involving structural modifications to exhaust systems, as well as vehicles driven by foreign nationals.