Zimbabwe police vow to arrest drivers with illegal blue lights

ByEnigma 808

An ongoing crackdown on illegally-fitted vehicle gadgets in Zimbabwe just got another public warning, with police making it crystal clear who gets to rock blue lights.

ZRP’s operation against illegal vehicle fittings

  • The Zimbabwe Republic Police are targeting plateless and illegally-fitted vehicles.
  • Bar lights, beacon lights, and sirens are the main focus.
  • Commissioner Paul Nyathi issued a fresh reminder on Friday.
  • Arrest and vehicle impoundment await anyone caught violating rules.

Who actually gets to use beacon lights

  • Red beacon lights belong exclusively to ambulances and fire engines.
  • Blue beacons are reserved for the Praesidium and police only.
  • Private or company vehicles are strictly banned from using them.
  • Illegal lights get physically removed on top of the arrest.

Hunting vehicles get a carve-out

  • Spotlights and strobe lights for hunting purposes are exempt.
  • Owners need proper hunting documentation to qualify, though.
  • ZRP stressed this exception applies only to dedicated hunting vehicles.
  • Motorists were urged to observe all road rules nationwide.

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