The Central East Regional Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) has intensified efforts to enforce road traffic laws after arresting 13 motorists for illegally using sirens and emergency lights during a special operation on the Kasoa–Winneba Highway.
The enforcement exercise, carried out at Budumburam on May 30, 2026, targeted drivers who unlawfully equipped their vehicles with emergency warning devices reserved for authorised state and emergency service vehicles.
According to the MTTD, the drivers were found in breach of Regulations 65 and 74 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180), which govern the use of sirens, emergency lamps and related traffic control equipment.
Officials said the operation forms part of a broader strategy to improve discipline on the roads, prevent abuse of traffic privileges and enhance public safety.
During the exercise, officers educated the offenders on the legal requirements governing the use of emergency devices and the potential dangers associated with their misuse.
The drivers were subsequently processed in accordance with established legal procedures, while the unauthorised sirens and emergency lights installed on their vehicles were removed by the task force.
As part of the corrective measures, the offenders received warning letters and were cautioned against future violations of road traffic regulations.
The Central East Regional Police Command reiterated its commitment to strict enforcement of traffic laws and warned motorists against engaging in practices that undermine road safety and public order.
Police officials stressed that emergency sirens and warning lights are intended for authorised emergency and security services and should not be used by private individuals to gain unfair advantage on the roads.
The Command further indicated that similar enforcement exercises would continue across the region to ensure compliance with traffic regulations and promote safer road use for all motorists and pedestrians.
