Sri Lanka Police have actually taken legal action versus an overall of 509 people for driving under the influence of alcohol, within the 24-hour duration ending at 6 a.m.
today (January 2).
This enforcement became part of a special operation performed from 6 a.m.
the other day (Jan.
01) to 6 a.m.
today (Jan.
02).
Throughout the same period, legal action was likewise taken against:29 motorists for negligent and dangerous driving59 motorists for speeding762 motorists for violating traffic rules345 chauffeurs for license-related violations3,711 drivers for other traffic offensesIn overall, the authorities have enforced the law against 5,415 chauffeurs for various traffic violations within the 24-hour timeframe.Sri Lanka Police continues to appeal to the public to refrain from driving under the influence of alcohol and adhere strictly to traffic laws.This special traffic operation, started on December 23, 2024, under the directions of the Acting Inspector General of Police, intends to minimize road accidents throughout the festive season.