8 drivers arrested and over 4 thousand fines in 24 hours, Road: Penalties for dangerous maneuvers on the road, alcohol, seatbelts and cell phones

2026-07-22 14:27:24Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

8 drivers arrested and over 4 thousand fines in 24 hours, Road: Penalties for

Traffic Police services across the country have intensified controls and monitoring on road axes over the last 24 hours, with the aim of preventing dangerous driving behaviors and ensuring the safest possible traffic for all road users.

As a result of the checks, 4,255 administrative measures were imposed for violations of road traffic rules and 8 drivers were arrested, of which 6 for driving while intoxicated and 2 for driving without a driving license.

During the monitoring, cases of speeding beyond the allowed limits, incorrect parking and other violations that violate road safety were identified.

In urban areas, 1,530 administrative measures have been imposed for illegal parking, while with the use of State Police lifting vehicles, vehicles parked in dedicated lanes and on sidewalks, which were obstructing the free movement of citizens, have been removed.

On national roads, 1,331 administrative measures have been imposed for exceeding the speed limit, one of the main factors that affects the aggravation of the consequences of road accidents. In addition, the following have been punished:

- 332 drivers for not wearing a protective helmet;

- 126 drivers for not wearing seat belts;

- 66 drivers for using a mobile phone while driving;

- 166 drivers for wrong overtaking;

- 27 drivers for driving under the influence of alcohol;

- 11 drivers for noise and dangerous maneuvers in urban centers;

- 494 managers for other violations identified during monitoring.

The Traffic Police Directorate, taking into account the increased traffic flow during the weekend towards coastal and tourist areas, has increased the presence of field services, patrols on national axes and monitoring with intelligent means.

The Traffic Police appeals to all drivers to exercise maximum caution, respect traffic rules and avoid any behavior that endangers their lives and that of other road users.

Speeding, alcohol, and reckless driving endanger lives. Prevention starts with each of us.


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