THE Penang Road Transport Department (RTD) issued 471 notices for various offences and seized 25 motorcycles during Op Khas Motosikal conducted at several locations in the state yesterday.

In a statement today, Penang RTD said it conducted the operation from 9am to 11pm at Jalan Perusahaan Perai, Sungai Nyiur Toll Plaza, and Jawi Toll Plaza on the mainland, as well as Jalan Air Itam on the island.

“Op Khas Motosikal aimed to monitor, detect, and take action against motorcycle riders or owners who did not follow the rules and regulations of the Road Transport Act (RTA) 1987,” the statement added.

The RTD advised motorcyclists to comply with regulations and laws and to ride carefully and responsibly to reduce the rate of accidents and fatalities.

The department said it had taken action against 52 riders for beating red lights during Op Merah, conducted by its Motorcycle Enforcement Unit.

“During the operation, a total of 19 summonses were issued for various offences, including riding without a licence, expired Motorcycle Vehicle License (MVL), lack of insurance coverage, and failure to wear a helmet,” read the statement.

It said 26 motorcycles and a private car driven by a foreigner were also seized.

“It was conducted under Section 64 (1) of the RTA 1987. The inspection revealed that some foreign drivers lacked a valid driving licence, and had expired MVL,” it said, adding that the RTD would impose strict action against foreigners who fail to comply with driving regulations and laws. – Bernama, September 15, 2023.