JOHOR BARU: Johor traffic police arrested 62 motorists for driving under the influence, illegal racing, and six key traffic violations since the beginning of this month.
The six key violations include misusing emergency lanes, overtaking on double lines, using mobile phones while driving, queue-jumping, running red lights, and speeding.
Of the 62 arrested, which included four women, 44 were caught drink driving, nine for street racing, and the remaining were charged with the other six traffic violations.
Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said that the statewide operation, codenamed 'Ops Patuh', targeted errant motorists and was spearheaded by personnel from the Traffic Enforcement and Investigation Department. This operation, which has been ongoing since October 1, adopted a total enforcement approach.
The total enforcement approach used by traffic police refers to a comprehensive, zero-tolerance strategy for ensuring road safety by strictly enforcing traffic laws. This method emphasises consistent, widespread law enforcement to deter violations, focusing on reducing accidents, reckless behavior, and dangerous driving habits.
Kumar said that the operation also resulted in 397 summonses issued for queue-jumping and 453 for running red lights, both of which are among the most frequent offences committed by motorists. He added that a total of 2,491 summonses were issued for various other offences, and 44 motorcycles were seized.
The suspects arrested ranged in age from 15 to 73, with a minor involved in street racing on a motorcycle.
"The operations are part of an ongoing effort to ensure road safety. We will take firm action against any individual who carelessly violates traffic laws, endangering other road users. We urge all drivers to be considerate and respectful on the road," Kumar said in a statement today.
'Ops Patuh' is set to continue in phases and aims to educate road users until compliance becomes second nature, ensuring that all road rules are respected and upheld.