Traffic enforcement exercises flag 4,200 violations in one week
Traffic ranks urge motorists to prioritize safety and obey traffic laws
Traffic ranks urge motorists to prioritize safety and obey traffic laws

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) Traffic Department has reported a staggering 4,276 traffic violations during enforcement exercises conducted across all regional police divisions between November 24 and November 30, 2024.
Among the most notable infractions was the excessive speeding, with 791 instances recorded. A significant portion of these, 190 tickets, were issued along the Heroes Highway.

Some of the tickets recently issued to motorists

Failing to wear seat belts accounted for 192 violations, while 76 cases were related to the faulty packing of loads, particularly involving motor lorries transporting construction materials. Additionally, 297 cases involved motorcyclists either failing to wear safety helmets or allowing pillion riders to ride without helmets.

The GPF noted that traffic ranks were actively deployed throughout the period, utilizing available resources to prevent accidents and promote road safety.
These enforcement activities align with the department’s ongoing commitment to ensuring adherence to road regulations and reducing accidents across the country.
The GPF urges all road users to prioritize safety and adhere to traffic laws to contribute to safer roadways for everyone.

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