MELAKA: The state Road Transport Department (JPJ) received 183 complaints via the MyJPJ application regarding traffic offences committed by road users during the Integrated Operation held in conjunction with the Hari Raya Special Operation.
Melaka JPJ deputy director Khairul Aswad Abdul Halim said the complaints involved seven major offences: driving on the emergency lane (77 complaints), queue cutting (36), disobeying traffic signals (34), overtaking on double lines (17), not wearing seat belts or helmets (nine), use of dark tinted windows (six) and mobile phone use while driving (four).
“All complaints were submitted through the application, which included information and evidence of the offence, such as photos or videos, location, date and time of the incident.
“Complaints received through the MyJPJ app will be screened and further investigation will be conducted based on the evidence and information provided. Notices will be issued to road users found committing the offences no later than 72 hours after the complaint is received,” he told reporters on Tuesday, Bernama reported.
Khairul Aswad added that 20,797 vehicles were inspected and 2,380 notices were issued for various traffic offences throughout the Integrated Operation.
