1,991 Vehicles Intercepted as Ashanti Police Intensify Crackdown on Unauthorised Sirens, Strobe Lights and Horns
Police warn motorists that continued violations will lead to arrest, prosecution and possible conviction
- 1,991 vehicles intercepted by police
- 97 vehicles had unauthorised sirens
- 1,830 vehicles had illegal strobe lights
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has intensified its enforcement against the unauthorised use of sirens, strobe lights and other warning devices on vehicles across the Kumasi Metropolis.
Speaking at a press conference, Ashanti Regional Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) Commander, Superintendent of Police Kwame Boadi, said the use of sirens, strobe lights, lamps and horns on vehicles is strictly regulated under Road Traffic Regulation 90 and L.I. 2519 of 2026.
He said the regulations provide an important legal framework for road traffic enforcement in Ghana, adding that the Ghana Police Service, through the MTTD, will continue to enforce the provisions.
According to Supt. Boadi, the enforcement exercise began on July 3, 2026, following concerns over the widespread and unauthorised use of such devices by motorists.
The operation was conducted by the Central MTTD in Ashanti under his supervision, in collaboration with the Greater Accra Regional MTTD Commander, DCOP Alexander Owolo, ACP Alexander Kweku Apeni of the National Police Headquarters’ Research, Planning, Training and Education Directorate, DSP Opon Chichiku, the National Staff Officer, and other officers from Accra and Kumasi.
The exercise covered several locations within the Kumasi Metropolis and surrounding areas, including Airport Roundabout, Santase Roundabout, Ahodwo Roundabout, Abribojan Junction, Kwakwa Road, Fadansu, Tanoso, Apem, Abuabu Kesu, Fins, Kopong, Apemre and Agric.
1,991 Vehicles Intercepted
Supt. Boadi disclosed that a total of 1,991 vehicles were intercepted during the enforcement exercise.
Out of that number, 97 vehicles were found to have been using unauthorised sirens, while 1,830 were identified for the unauthorised use of strobe lights.
He said officers initially adopted an educational approach by warning offenders and removing the unauthorised devices.
However, continued violations and recent disturbances have forced the Police Service to adopt a stricter approach, including prosecution.
“Initially, offenders were warned and the items were removed, but recent developments have necessitated prosecution,” he explained.
First Conviction Recorded
Supt. Boadi revealed that the enforcement has already resulted in a conviction, with one offender sentenced to three months in prison after the court found that repeated warnings had not deterred him from violating the regulations.
He warned motorists and vehicle owners that the Police Service would no longer tolerate persistent violations.
Who Is Authorised to Use Sirens and Strobe Lights?
The MTTD Commander explained that the use of sirens, strobe lights and related warning devices is restricted to authorised vehicles and institutions performing specific official functions.
He said the President and Vice-President, security agencies, ambulance services and bank bullion vans are among those permitted to use such devices under the applicable regulations.
He cautioned private individuals, businesses and motorists against installing or using unauthorised sirens and strobe lights simply to gain priority on the road.
Supt. Boadi stressed that the enforcement is intended not only to ensure compliance with road traffic laws but also to promote order, safety and discipline on Ghana’s roads.
He urged motorists to remove unauthorised devices from their vehicles and comply with the regulations to avoid arrest, prosecution and possible conviction.
