BY REGINALD KANYANE
MORE than 200 women law enforcement officers held a joint operation along R565 road between Rustenburg and Sun City recently. North West community safety and transport management department spokesperson, Thabo Sematle said the operation was part of Women’s Month celebration.
“More than 236 cars were stopped and eight illegal immigrants were arrested. They failed to produce proper and legal documentation. Seventeen traffic offenses were also issued to non-compliant motorists.
“Defaulting motorists have no choice, but to adhere to road rules throughout this month and beyond. We will continue to hold law enforcement special operations from time to time,” Sematle said.
He added that defaulting motorists will be punished by women law enforcement officers throughout this month. Sematle further said they will not allow any un-roadworthy vehicle to use the roads.
“They will not allow any drunken driver nor overloading and usage of cell phone while driving. We also urge our road users to cooperate and share the road without any rage.
“Our road users must not undermine these women, they must cooperate with them. They are doing their job which is to ensure compliance on our roads. Law enforcement officers are also committed to stamp their authority on our provincial roads without fear or favour,” Sematle said.
He added that female traffic officers will treat motorists with respect, humility and smile at you. Sematle said they will also show motherly love, but still summon or warn motorists sternly.
“All we request from you, road users; motorists, bikers, cyclists, jay and walkers is to cooperate and share the road. Members of the public experiencing any challenges or non compliance on the road are advised to contact the Departmental Call Centre on this number: 0800 204 992,”he said.
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