The Traffic Police of Tirana continues the checks on different road axes, with all the logistical means at its disposal.
Controls, with the aim of preventing speed exceeding the permitted rates, stopping drivers who drive vehicles, under the influence of alcohol, in a drunken state or without a driving license, those who use mobile phones while driving, as well as drivers of motor vehicles who drive motor vehicles, without a protective helmet.
As a result of the preventive checks, on "Dervish Hima" street, a 22-year-old UN citizen was stopped and arrested in the act, who after performing the test with AquilaScan proved to be driving the vehicle under the influence of narcotics.
The police have distributed the footage showing how the anti-drug test is performed on drivers.
Also, during checks with the smart car, speeds of up to 200 km/h were recorded.
During the last 24 hours, 32 driving licenses were suspended from 1 to 5 months.
The following were punished with administrative measures:
184 drivers for mobile use;
167 for not using the seat belt;
156 for speeding over the permitted rates but without the sanction of driving license suspension;
133 for wrong passing and not giving priority to pedestrians;
87 motor vehicle drivers for not wearing a protective helmet;
6 drivers for speed races.
The Traffic Police of Tirana appeals to all road users to strictly respect the traffic rules and invites citizens to report any violation of the traffic rules to the number 112 and to the Digital Police Station.