The Central East Regional Police Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) has arrested 19 drivers for various traffic offences. These offences include the unauthorised use of sirens, strip lights, and driving on road shoulders. The arrests occurred during an enforcement exercise on June 22, 2026.
This operation aimed to address widespread traffic violations and improve road safety within the region. Three drivers faced arrest for abusing sirens and strip lights. Ten more faced charges for using unapproved lamps. Six individuals were arrested for driving on road shoulders. The Central East Regional Police Command statement confirmed these details.
These actions fit into a larger national effort to bring order to Ghana's roads. Unauthorised siren use and driving on road shoulders have long been sources of public frustration and traffic congestion. Data from the National Road Safety Commission often highlight human error and disregard for traffic laws as major causes of accidents. This police crackdown signals a tougher stance on drivers who flout regulations.
A statement from the Central East Regional Police Command confirmed the arrests. It added that officers conducted the exercise at Krispo City Traffic Light on the Kasoa–Winneba Highway. They also operated at Kasoa New Market on the Kasoa–Bawjiase Road. The statement reiterated the Police's commitment to promoting discipline and safety on the roads. This commitment will involve sustained enforcement and public education. The offending drivers received sensitisation, cautions, and warnings against future violations. Police seized and retained the unauthorised sirens, strip lights, and lamps for further action.
This enforcement action likely indicates ongoing efforts to regularise road usage and reduce traffic-related fatalities and injuries. Motorists should expect increased police presence and stricter adherence to traffic laws in the coming months. Decision-makers will observe whether these targeted operations lead to a lasting reduction in traffic offences and an improvement in overall road safety. The public and transport sector businesses will also monitor these developments closely.
Improving road safety has direct economic benefits, reducing the cost of accidents and improving the efficiency of goods movement. The Ghana National Road Safety Authority reported 1,800 road traffic fatalities in 2023. These numbers underscore the critical need for continued law enforcement and public awareness campaigns. This police action in the Central East Region represents one step in addressing this complex issue. Future operations will likely expand to other regions facing similar challenges.