Op Samseng Jalanan sees Kuching cops detain five youths
Alexson said the male suspects were aged between 18 and 20. — Malay Mail photo
KUCHING (May 13): The police detained five youths during Op Samseng Jalanan, which was conducted in several Petra Jaya areas from 11pm on Sunday until early yesterday.
The areas covered by the operation were Jalan Tun Abdul Rahman Yakub, Jalan Tun Salahuddin, Jalan Gersik, and Masja.
Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the male suspects, aged between 18 and 20, were arrested for suspected offences under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
'In addition, three motorcycles were seized under Section 60 of the same Act for being modified from their original structure and for further inspection,' he said in a statement.
Alexson said a total of 18 individuals and 18 motorcycles were inspected, and 31 summonses were issued for various traffic offences.
He said similar operations will continue to be conducted regularly and advised the public to drive responsibly and cautiously, avoid participating in illegal street racing, and refrain from modifying the original structure of their vehicles.
'Negligent driving or riding can pose a danger to other road users and endanger the lives of drivers themselves,' he warned. Alexson Naga Chabu lead Op Samseng Jalanan
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