THE Lagos Police Command has announced the seizure of 257 motorcycles for operating on restricted roads and other related offences.
Newsextra24 reports that the state command spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, revealed that the operation was carried out by the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) during a special patrol in the state on Wednesday.
The impounded motorcycles were subsequently displayed at the police command’s headquarters by the state’s Commissioner of Police, Adegoke Fayoade.
The commissioner lauded the RRS team for their diligent efforts in enforcing traffic regulations and ensuring the safety of road users.
Hundeyin emphasized that such patrol operations are set to become a regular occurrence in response to the increasing menace of reckless riding by commercial motorcyclists on major roads throughout the state.
He said this measure aims to curb disregard for traffic laws and reduce accidents and congestion caused by the unauthorized use of motorcycles.
The Police spokesman further stated that the confiscated motorcycles, along with those previously seized, are scheduled to be crushed as part of the command’s strategy to deter traffic violations and promote road discipline among motorcyclists.
