KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 128 surveillance cameras will be used by members of the Road Transport Department's (RTD) motorcycle enforcement unit nationwide to detect offences committed by road users, especially during the Aidilfitri festive season.
RTD director -general Datuk Zailani Hashim said the unit would conduct patrol in areas identified as hotspots and would focus on nine main offences that were identified as the cause of fatal road accidents.
"Roadblocks will be mounted as usual and with the increase in the volume of vehicles on the road, monitoring will be done by members equipped with GoPro Max 360 surveillance cameras," he told a press conference at 'kick-off' programme for the Aidilfitri operation at the Sungai Besi Toll Plaza here last night.
The operation starts today and will end on May 9.
Zailani said the surveillance camera would be used to detect traffic offenders, including those not wearing safety helmet or seat belt, over-taking at double lines, violating traffic lights, using mobile phone while driving and over-loading for commercial vehicles.
Based on the recordings, the vehicle owners would be called for questioning before action is taken against them, he added.
Meanwhile, Zailani said he said during the operation conducted from 9 pm until midnight yesterday, a total of 1,137 vehicles were inspected with 279 vehicles taken action against and 508 summonses were issued for various offenses, including for having no driving license and expired road tax.
The operation was carried out in collaboration with the Royal Malaysia Police, National Anti-Drug Agency, Department of Environment, Immigration Department and Plus Expressways Bhd, involving 198 persdonnel.
-- BERNAMA
Bernama
Fri Apr 29 2022
Zailani said a total of 128 surveillance cameras will be used by members of the RTD motorcycle enforcement unit nationwide to detect offences committed by road users, especially during the Aidilfitri festive season. - BERNAMA
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.