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Traffic enforcement operation against illegal modification of vehicles in Kowloon West Region concludes (with photos)
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     Police Kowloon West Region conducted an enforcement operation between January 13 and 29 to combat illegal modification of vehicles and other traffic offences such as drink driving.

     During the operation, Police detained 22 private cars for suspected illegal modification or defects in violation of the Road Traffic (Construction and Maintenance of Vehicles) Regulations. Police also issued Defective Vehicle Reports to 24 vehicles owners.

     In addition, Police arrested four drivers for driving while disqualified, using a motor vehicle without third party insurance, drink driving, wanted due to non-payment of traffic fine. Meanwhile, 38 vehicles were detected for speeding and will be prosecuted.

     Illegal modification of vehicles contravenes the law and causes hazard to other road users. Police will continue to conduct stringent enforcement actions against related traffic offences to safeguard road safety. Police appeal to motorists not to modify vehicles illegally.
 
Ends/Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Issued at HKT 16:19
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Police Kowloon West Region conducted an enforcement operation between January 13 and 29 to combat illegal modification of vehicles and other traffic offences such as drink driving.
Police Kowloon West Region conducted an enforcement operation between January 13 and 29 to combat illegal modification of vehicles and other traffic offences such as drink driving.