To prevent hidden races, representatives of the National civil police (PNC), has carried out several operations in different areas of the capital and has given permission to several drivers who did undercover races.
During the operation, representatives of the PNC Traffic Department inspected vehicles and the correct carriage of personal documents and cars on the road to El Salvador, Los Próceres Boulevard and near the craft market in zone 13.
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Likewise, they said that with these actions, they are trying to prevent people from participating in hidden races and contribute to maintaining order in the circulation of vehicles.
In addition, the agents managed to fine 15 of the same number of car and motorcycle drivers who were traveling without the individual driver’s license and for carrying plates permission in places without permission.
The operation against clandestine races continues.
🚔🚨 Agents #PNCTransit The Metropolitan Delegation carried out several operations against clandestine races last Friday night. It is reported that 15 fines have been imposed and the reduction in the number of pilots continues. pic.twitter.com/6jQQxtCMAj
— PNC Transit (@DTransitoPNC) 27/02/2024
Sanctions against clandestine races
The application of harsh sanctions is one of the main tools in the PNC prevention strategy. According to article 185, section c of the Traffic Law and its Regulations, there is a heavy fine for those who participate in hidden races, which may be up to 25 thousand quetzales. This measure aims not only to punish violators, but also to prevent other participants.
They want to complain
The fight against hidden races cannot be done by the authorities alone. In this sense, the cooperation of citizens is called for. Anonymous reporting is presented as a fundamental tool in identifying and prosecuting these illegal activities.
To facilitate this process, the number 1599 of the PNC Transfer Department has been enabled, through which citizens can make their reports confidentially.
In a context where road safety is an undoubted priority, it is essential that both the authorities and society as a whole commit to combating activities such as clandestine racing.
Not only do these activities put the lives of those who participate in them at risk, but also the lives of innocent people who may be affected by unintended consequences. In this sense, prevention, prevention and citizen cooperation are presented as fundamental pillars in building a safe and responsible road environment. [Tomado de AGN]
