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Bruno said a major crackdown has been directed countrywide to ensure compliance.


The National Police Service has ordered a national crackdown on vehicles with unauthorised lights.

A statement by NPS Spokesperson Bruno Shioso indicates that many motorists are using lights that are not allowed by the law.

As such, Bruno said a major crackdown has been directed countrywide to ensure compliance.

"NPS observes that several private vehicles, public service vehicles, and motorcycle owners have; unlawfully equipped lamps, modified illuminating lights, red lights, opaque rear lights, flashing lights, flickering lights, LED illuminating bars and unauthorized red and blue lights," read in part the Statement.

Traffic Police Officers at work. PHOTO | FILE

NPS  at the same time asked motorists to ensure they have valid licences not to fall prey to the looming crackdown.

Among the licenses that they should have includes a road service license, tour service license, motor vehicle inspection sticker and PSV badge for the driver and conductor.

"All traffic enforcement officers across the country have been directed to impound and charge motor vehicle/ motorcycle owners in accordance with the relevant provision of the law," Bruno added.

The crackdown will affect private and public service motor vehicles and motorcycles.