The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its warning against the unauthorised use of sirens, horns, strobe lights and other emergency warning devices on vehicles, cautioning that the practice is illegal and endangers public safety.
In a press release issued on Tuesday, July 7, the Service reminded the public that the use of such devices without lawful authority is prohibited under the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180).
“The unauthorized use of sirens, horns, strobe lights, and other emergency warning devices is prohibited under the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180),” the Police said.
According to the Service, the misuse of the devices “poses a serious risk to public safety by creating unnecessary panic among road users and contributing to traffic indiscipline.”
The Police therefore urged all persons who have installed the devices on their vehicles without lawful authority under Regulation 74 of L.I. 2180 to remove them immediately.
“The Police therefore urge all persons who have installed such devices on their vehicles without lawful authority under Regulation 74 of L.I. 2180 to remove them immediately,” the statement said.
The Service disclosed that ongoing nationwide enforcement operations had already resulted in the arrest of several offenders.
It added that the enforcement exercise would continue across the country.
“The Ghana Police Service will continue to intensify the enforcement exercise to arrest offenders, promote safety, order, and discipline on the nation’s roads,” the statement said.
