Since the beginning of the festive season, more than 2000 motorists have been arrested across the country for various driving offences.
The latest data, released by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) on Tuesday morning, shows over 100,000 fines have also been issued on roads across the country.
According to statistics collected by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), 2,241 motorists were arrested for, among other things, drunken driving, exceeding speed limits, driving without a licence, and the violation of permits.
The corporation said this comes as the country prepares for the second peak in traffic volumes on national roads this week as more travellers will be making their way to various destinations for the festive season.
“Law enforcement agencies have remained on high alert and have conducted more than 188 roadblocks in which 611 148 vehicles were stopped and checked. More than 100,960 traffic fines issued,” says RTMC spokesperson Simon Zwane.
“Evidence shows that some motorists continue to operate unroadworthy vehicles on public roads placing the lives of other motorists at risk. More than 4200 vehicles have since been discontinued from operating.
“A total of 324 motorists were arrested for drunk and driving. The highest alcohol arrest was in Gauteng, between Lever and New Road in Midrand. The suspect’s alcohol reading recorded at 3.99mg/1000ml.”
Meanwhile, the highest speed arrest was on December 8th on the N1 route to Bloemfontein in the Free State, where a motorist was caught driving at 191km/hour in a 120km zone.
The motorist was granted R3000 bail and will be appearing in court again soon.
Source: DFA, Jacaranda FM, IOL, image from Twitter: @ArriveAlive