Muchinga Province Police Commissioner Dennis Moola has urged residents in the region to observe safety measures on the road during the festive season.
Mr Moola noted that safety measures on the road are important measures that are supposed to be observed by pedestrians, cyclists and motorists especially during the festive season.
Speaking in a phone interview with the media, the Police Commissioner said drinking and driving will not be tolerated.
“Avoid alcohol when driving and as police we are available to check if you are drunk and you will be booked,” he said.
He further said the police officers have put up snap checkpoints to capture vehicles and motorcycles that are over speeding on the roads.
The Police Commissioner however urged the residents not to give motor vehicles to people who do not have drivers license.
And District Administrative Officer Maurice Kabanda who spoke on behalf of Lavushimanda District Commissioner Terries Kunda, appealed to the residents to observe measures during this festive season saying the period often records high cases of road traffic accidents.
“We are appealing to everyone to place road safety at the center of their celebrations because during the festival season road traffic accidents tend to increase due to road users being excited which always lead to over speeding,” he said.
He further urged pedestrians to be alert and observe crossing points to avoid accidents.
Mr Kabanda however appealed to the parents and guardians to closely educate children on safety measures on the roads especially in trading centres and along major roads like the Great North Road.
He also called on residents to cooperate with Zambia Police service and Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) officers who are enforcing traffic regulations during this festive season.
