The Public Security Police (PSP) announced today that from January 1 to October 31, it conducted 20,139 operations aimed at preventing and monitoring road use of mobile phones while driving. These operations involved checking 604,529 drivers and resulted in 5,389 infractions, averaging 18 per day.
The PSP noted that the number of infractions represents “a considerable increase” of 22% compared to the same period last year, attributed to enhanced and intensified road prevention and inspection operations across the country.
The PSP highlighted that at a speed of 50 kilometers per hour, looking at a mobile phone for three seconds is akin to driving blind for 42 meters, equivalent to a line of 10 cars. Using a mobile while driving increases the likelihood of an accident by four times, extending reaction time to unforeseen situations more than having a blood alcohol content of 0.8 grams per liter.
In the statement, the PSP also advised drivers against using mobile phones while driving and urged compliance with road safety norms and the Highway Code.
