The Ghana Police Service has warned motorists against the unauthorised use of sirens, horns, strobe lights and other emergency warning devices, stressing that the practice is illegal and poses a threat to public safety.
In a statement issued on July 7, the Police reminded the public that the use of such devices without lawful authority is prohibited under the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180).
According to the Service, the misuse of emergency warning devices creates unnecessary panic among road users, encourages traffic indiscipline and undermines road safety.
“The Service notes that the misuse of these devices poses a serious risk to public safety by creating unnecessary panic among road users and contributing to traffic indiscipline,” the statement said.
The Police therefore directed all persons who have installed sirens, strobe lights or similar emergency devices on their vehicles without authorisation under Regulation 74 of L.I. 2180 to remove them immediately.
The Service disclosed that ongoing nationwide enforcement operations have already led to the arrest of several offenders found using the prohibited devices unlawfully.
It warned that the enforcement exercise would be intensified across the country to ensure compliance with the law and improve discipline on the nation’s roads.
“The Ghana Police Service will continue to intensify the enforcement exercise to arrest offenders and promote safety, order and discipline on the nation’s roads,” the statement added.
The statement was signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police Richmond Mensah, Staff Officer in charge of Public Affairs.
