Cameras curb parking fee evasion in Penang

Electronic eyes: A Penang Island City Council enforcement officer operating a vehicle with the Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system to scan and capture car number plates in George Town, Penang. — ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star

YOU pop into a shop for a quick errand, skipping the parking payment, thinking you will not be long.

In the meantime, you keep an eye on your vehicle, ready to rush out upon seeing a local council enforcement officer.