Public urged to be vigilant on roads amid festive season

EThekwini Metro Police Commissioner Sibonelo Mchunu, has urged residents, visitors, and motorists to be extra vigilant on the roads, to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities, as the highly anticipated festive season approaches.

Mchunu said while officers are working to enforce by-laws and conducting roadblocks, the number of accidents remains a concern.

He said the Metro Police has partnered with multiple government institutions and municipal departments, to address the high number of accidents.

“Our ongoing operations involve partnerships with the South African Police Service, the City’s Health Unit, and other internal and external stakeholders. The festive season is a highly anticipated time of year to spend with loved ones and on holiday, so we urge residents and visitors to adhere to the rules of the road and by-laws to ensure safety,” Mchunu said.

The Commissioner also condemned the throwing of objects from motorway bridges onto passing cars below.

“The recent death of a 62-year-old who was killed when a car battery was thrown from the N3 bridge has caused concern. We reassure the public that we are working to curb such acts, through increased officer deployment [as] we want everyone to have an enjoyable and safe festive season,” Mchunu said. – SAnews.gov.za