SMP 2025: Thousands Flock To Pdrm Counters, Collection Amounts To RM675,000 As Of Yesterday
BATU KAWAN, July 20 (Bernama) -- The atmosphere at the Batu Kawan Stadium compound remained lively today as crowds continued to gather ahead of the closing ceremony of National Unity Week (SMP) 2025, with thousands taking the opportunity to settle their traffic summonses at a discount of up to 50 per cent, offered by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM).
A Bernama survey found that the special counter for paying fines, which was opened last Thursday, received visitors not only from Penang, but also from neighbouring states such as Kedah and Perak.
An employee of a private transport company in Seberang Jaya, Teh Wong Wei, 34, said his company took the chance to settle outstanding summonses due to the attractive discounts available for various traffic offences.
'Most of the offences involved speeding in several states along the North-South Expressway (PLUS), with total fines amounting to nearly RM5,000.
"After learning about the 50 per cent discount, my employer instructed me to make the payments yesterday. However, I couldn't make it in time, so I came today...and it seems many others had the same idea," he said.
For Natasha Amira Nazri, 32, the 50 per cent summons discount is a people-friendly initiative that provides real relief in settling outstanding summonses at a lower cost, viewing it as a valuable opportunity for all road users.
"My husband and I have more than three summonses for various traffic offences, and when there is an opportunity for a discount offer like this to pay at a discount, we take it. It helps us save money," said the mother of two, who resides in George Town, near here.
Meanwhile, a PDRM spokesperson stated that the discount initiative is part of an effort to bring the police closer to the community, while offering the public a convenient way to resolve unpaid summonses.
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