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The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
Aidiladha special ops: Johor JPJ issues over 5,000 summonses
JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor Road Transport Department (JPJ) has issued 5,744 summonses during its Aidiladha special operations from June 4 to on Tuesday (June 10). Johor JPJ Director Azmil Zainal Adnan said that of the total, 1,264 summonses were issued for not having a Competent Driving Licence (CDL), 1,163 for expired Motor Vehicle Licences (LKM), 1,021 for lacking insurance, and 134 for not possessing a Vocational Licence. "All these summonses were issued after checks were carried out on 45,395 vehicles. Additionally, 83 vehicles were seized, involving 66 motorcycles, nine cars, and eight other types of vehicles," he said in a statement on Tuesday night. He added that summonses were also issued for offences such as queue cutting or overtaking on the left (7), overtaking on a double line (15), and failing to obey red traffic lights (7). "Other offences included using the emergency lane (8), using a mobile phone (9), not wearing a helmet (72), not wearing a seatbelt (51), and other miscellaneous offences (1,993)," he said. Azmil Zainal urged road users and the public to cooperate and adhere to regulations, being tolerant of other users for the safety of themselves and their families. He said that any complaints could be made directly using the MyJPJ App, e-Aduan@JPJ, or by emailing aduantrafik@ - Bernama
The Sun
3 days ago
- The Sun
JPJ nabs express bus driver after positive drug test in special Aidiladha operation
KUALA LUMPUR: An express bus driver tested positive for drugs during the Aidiladha special operation, conducted by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur (WPKL), at the Gombak Toll Plaza, today. JPJ WPKL director Hamidi Adam said that initial on-site urine screening confirmed that the male driver, in his 30s, tested positive for morphine. 'The driver has been detained under Section 3(1) of the Drug Addicts Act 1983. The National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) will submit a full report to the Pathology Department of Kuala Lumpur Hospital, for further action,' he said. He added that the express bus, which was travelling from Lumut to Kemaman, has resumed its journey with a replacement driver. Hamidi said this in a press conference on the operation, which concluded today, after being implemented since June 4 at the JPJ Gombak Enforcement Weighing Station. Hamidi said that, as of yesterday, a total of 2,437 notices had been issued for various offences, involving vehicles and drivers who failed to comply with the regulations outlined in the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), and its associated regulations. 'These statistics stem from the inspection of 33,988 vehicles over six days. Of that total, 26 vehicles were impounded, including 23 motorcycles, two cars, and a small lorry,' he said. He added that, through the JPJ (P) 22 notice issued, 2,559 vehicles and drivers were found to be non-compliant with regulations, including 657 offences related to expired Motor Vehicle Licences (LKM or roadtax) and lack of insurance coverage. Commenting on today's operation, which took place from 1 pm to 7 pm, he said that a total of 620 vehicles were inspected, with action taken against 60 of them for various offences. 'Today's operation was carried out with the participation of 54 members from JPJ WPKL, 10 members from AADK, five representatives from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC), and 20 personnel from the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT),' he said.
The Sun
3 days ago
- The Sun
Express bus driver tests positive for morphine in KL
KUALA LUMPUR: An express bus driver tested positive for drugs during the Aidiladha special operation, conducted by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur (WPKL), at the Gombak Toll Plaza, today. JPJ WPKL director Hamidi Adam said that initial on-site urine screening confirmed that the male driver, in his 30s, tested positive for morphine. 'The driver has been detained under Section 3(1) of the Drug Addicts Act 1983. The National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) will submit a full report to the Pathology Department of Kuala Lumpur Hospital, for further action,' he said. He added that the express bus, which was travelling from Lumut to Kemaman, has resumed its journey with a replacement driver. Hamidi said this in a press conference on the operation, which concluded today, after being implemented since June 4 at the JPJ Gombak Enforcement Weighing Station. Hamidi said that, as of yesterday, a total of 2,437 notices had been issued for various offences, involving vehicles and drivers who failed to comply with the regulations outlined in the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), and its associated regulations. 'These statistics stem from the inspection of 33,988 vehicles over six days. Of that total, 26 vehicles were impounded, including 23 motorcycles, two cars, and a small lorry,' he said. He added that, through the JPJ (P) 22 notice issued, 2,559 vehicles and drivers were found to be non-compliant with regulations, including 657 offences related to expired Motor Vehicle Licences (LKM or roadtax) and lack of insurance coverage. Commenting on today's operation, which took place from 1 pm to 7 pm, he said that a total of 620 vehicles were inspected, with action taken against 60 of them for various offences. 'Today's operation was carried out with the participation of 54 members from JPJ WPKL, 10 members from AADK, five representatives from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC), and 20 personnel from the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT),' he said.
New Straits Times
19-05-2025
- New Straits Times
RTD seizes 14 vehicles driven by foreigners in Penang
BUTTERWORTH: The Penang Road Transport Department (RTD) seized 14 vehicles driven by foreigners during a special foreign driver operation (PeWA) held in Seberang Jaya. RTD said the vehicles were confiscated last Friday. They included 11 motorcycles and three cars, all driven by foreigners without valid driving licences. "Worse still, several of the vehicles inspected did not have valid Motor Vehicle Licences (LKM) and lacked insurance coverage," it said in a statement posted on its official Facebook page over the weekend. RTD said the enforcement operation was carried out by its Penang Operations Unit, and that strict action would continue to be taken against foreign drivers who fail to comply with road regulations. "Enforcement against foreign nationals who disregard traffic laws will be conducted continuously," it added.
New Straits Times
19-05-2025
- New Straits Times
JPJ seizes 14 vehicles driven by foreigners in Penang
BUTTERWORTH: The Penang Road Transport Department (JPJ) seized 14 vehicles driven by foreigners during a special foreign driver operation (PeWA) held in Seberang Jaya. JPJ said the vehicles were confiscated last Friday. They included 11 motorcycles and three cars, all driven by foreigners without valid driving licences. "Worse still, several of the vehicles inspected did not have valid Motor Vehicle Licences (LKM) and lacked insurance coverage," it said in a statement posted on its official Facebook page over the weekend. JPJ said the enforcement operation was carried out by the JPJ Penang Operations Unit, and that strict action would continue to be taken against foreign drivers who fail to comply with road regulations. "Enforcement against foreign nationals who disregard traffic laws will be conducted continuously," it added.
