The Ghana Police Service 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.
This 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. These are:
a) Government vehicles used for official purposes by the Head of State
b) Police vehicles
c) Fire Service vehicles
d) Ambulances operated by hospitals or clinics
e) Vehicles used by other recognized Government security agencies
f) Registered bullion vehicles
Any individual or institution that does not fall within these categories is prohibited from using such devices.
The Ghana Police Service is urging all persons who have unlawfully fixed these warning appliances on their vehicles to remove them voluntarily. Those who fail to comply will be arrested and prosecuted when caught.
In the coming days, the Police 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.
