Operation “Safe Road” in Leonora leads to revocation of vehicle fitness
Some of the vehicles that had their fitness revoked
In an effort to promote safe driving practices and keep the roadways safe for all road users in Regional Division 3 (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara), the Guyana Police Force (GPF) conducted Operation “Safe Road” along the Leonora Public Road, West Coast Demerara (WCD).
The operation, headed by Inspector Roberts, Sergeant Glasgow, and two other traffic ranks, saw the revocation of fitness for 20 vehicles due to a variety of offences.
During the operation, the Police officers encountered a range of offences including obscured identification mark (front); unlicensed conductor, breach of condition of road service licence and tinted motor vehicle.
The tints were promptly removed from the vehicles, and cases were made against the drivers who were found to be in violation of the law.
The operation was conducted in a high-pressure environment, with Police officers confronting drivers who pose a danger to themselves and other road users. The Police officers urged all road users to adhere to the traffic laws and regulations, as the Police will continue to enforce these laws and hold those who violate them accountable.
The revocation of fitness for the 20 vehicles serves as a stark reminder that the Police Force is committed to ensuring that all road users are safe. The operation, according to the Police, sends a clear message to all drivers that the Police will not tolerate dangerous driving and will take swift action to revoke the fitness of any vehicle that fails to meet safety standards.
The Police Force also reminded all vehicle owners to ensure that their vehicles are in compliance with the requirements for fitness and roadworthiness. They said that the Force will continue to conduct similar operations to ensure that all vehicles on the road are in compliance with the law and regulations.
Less than a week ago, the Providence Police Station’s Traffic Department conducted a “Tint Glass and Private Hire Operation” in the vicinity of Red Road, Providence, East Bank Demerara (EBD).
During the operation, the Police made 18 cases, including six cases of tinted glass, four cases of leaving vehicles in a dangerous position, four cases of failing to conform to signs, and four cases of using vehicles for purposes other than their licensed purpose.
