PRESS STATEMENT*
TRAFFIC POLICE ARREST 92 SUSPECTS IN DRINK-DRIVING OPERATION WITH IN KMP
The Directorate ofTraffic and Road Safety in collaboration with Kampala Metropolitan Police conducted a targeted drink-driving operation last night resulting in the apprehension of 92 suspects across five operational areas with in KMP.
-15-Kira Road
-16 suspects-Kabalagala
-20 suspects-Jinja Road
-18 suspects-Kawempe
-23 suspects-Katwe
These operations are conducted over the weekends, particularly on Friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays when increased social activity often involves alcohol consumption.
The 92 suspects apprehended in a single night within the five divisions in KMP alone highlight the scale of the drink-driving challenge. This reinforces the concern reflected in road crash statistics which show that weekends account for more road crash fatalities than other days of the week.
The Directorate warns motorists against driving under the influence of alcohol.
If you drink do not drive. If you drive do not drink.
Let us all take responsibility for safer roads and saving lives.
SP kananura Micahel
*PRO Traffic Police*
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