Police cautions against unauthorised use of sirens and strobe lights, strict enforcement to begin

The Ghana Police Service has issued a warning to the public against the unauthorised installation and use of sirens, strobe lights by persons not authorised by law.

In a statement issued on December 19, the Police say it has observed a worrying increase in the unauthorized installation and use of sirens, strobe lights, and other emergency warning devices on vehicles operated by individuals and institutions not permitted by law.

According to the police, such conduct endangers public safety, causes unnecessary panic on the roads, and contributes significantly to traffic indiscipline across the country.

“In line with Regulation 74 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180), the use of sirens, horns, bells, or strobe lights as warning appliances is restricted to specific categories of vehicles,” the statement noted.

These vehicles are: Government vehicles used for official purposes by the Head of State, Police vehicles, Fire Service vehicles, Ambulances operated by hospitals or clinics, Vehicles used by other recognized Government security agencies and Registered bullion vehicles.

“Any individual or institution that does not fall within these categories is prohibited from using such devices,” the police stressed.
The Ghana Police Service urged all persons who have unlawfully fixed these warning appliances on their vehicles to remove them voluntarily, noting that persons who fail to comply will be arrested and prosecuted.

The police announced that in the coming days, it will begin strict enforcement of this regulation to restore discipline and ensure public safety on our roads.

The public is encouraged to cooperate with the Police in promoting law and order and ensuring discipline on our roads, especially as the Christmas season approaches.