Selangor JPJ enforcement officers have begun using body-worn cameras to ensure transparency and protect officers during operations.
KAJANG: Road Transport Department enforcement officers in Selangor have begun using body-worn cameras to enhance transparency, accountability and integrity during operations.
Selangor JPJ director Azrin Borhan (pic) said the visual and audio recordings serve as valid supporting evidence.
“The use of BWCs is also intended to protect enforcement officers from misunderstandings, unfounded accusations or harassment while carrying out their duties,” he said.
Azrin spoke at a press conference after leading an integrated special operation at the Sungai Ramal Toll Plaza.
He added that Selangor JPJ remains committed to the nationwide “Operasi Perang Lebih Muatan” or War Against Overloading.
As of last Wednesday, 22 vehicles had been detained for overloading, while 39,555 notices were issued for various offences.
The most common offence involved driving with an expired motor vehicle licence, with 5,160 notices issued.
This was followed by driving without a competent driving licence with 4,440 notices, lack of insurance with 3,492, and absence of a vocational licence with 2,299.
“Enforcement is not intended merely to punish, but to educate and ensure that commercial vehicle operators and owners comply with technical specifications, load limits and road safety standards for the common good,” Azrin said.
In a four-hour integrated operation that began at 8 pm yesterday, 45 individuals were screened by the National Anti-Drug Agency.
Eight men aged between their 30s and 40s were arrested after testing positive for methamphetamine and marijuana.
Among those detained was a 47-year-old e-hailing driver.
A total of 2,185 vehicles were inspected during the operation, with action taken against 301 vehicles.
A total of 422 notices were issued to motorists for various traffic offences. – Bernama
