Terengganu JPJ conducted urine tests on 235 drivers from January to July, with 12 testing positive for drugs.
DUNGUN: The Terengganu Road Transport Department (JPJ) conducted urine screenings on 235 drivers of various types of vehicles during the Integrated Drug Operation Against Commercial Vehicles in the state from Jan 1 until today.
Its director, Mohd Zamri Samion, said that out of the total number, 12 drivers between the ages of 35 and 45 were detained after testing positive for drugs, with five being commercial vehicle drivers while the other seven were drivers of other vehicles.
The implementation of the operation was carried out following an increase in the number of accidents involving commercial vehicles, thereby raising concerns for the safety of road users.
“At the same time, the Ministry of Transport has also directed enhanced enforcement actions to ensure that every driver complies with the law and is free from the influence of drugs while driving,” he said during the Special Integrated Drug Operation Against Commercial Vehicles 2026 at the Paka Rest and Service Area (R&R) here today.
He said that in today’s operation, 24 commercial vehicle drivers underwent urine screening tests, but none of the drivers tested positive for drugs.
Mohd Zamri said the operation was carried out in an integrated manner with strategic agencies such as the National Anti-Drug Agency, the Royal Malaysia Police, the Land Public Transport Agency, Puspakom, and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture.
“No compromise will be given to drivers found to be under the influence of drugs or committing offences that can endanger the lives of road users,” he said.
Mohd Zamri also said the operation focused on other offences such as technical violations and traffic offences involving the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), the Commercial Vehicles Licensing Board Act 1987 (Act 334), and the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715).
“In addition to enforcement, this operation was also aimed at raising awareness among company owners and drivers to always comply with the law and enhance the ‘Perception of Being Caught’ approach (of being monitored, thereby encouraging more prudent and cautious behaviour on the road),” he added.
