Truck driver arrested for drunk driving after fleeing traffic police

[Archival Sense]

Oponya Martin in custody (image courtesy of SP Kananura Michael)

Police have arrested the driver of a Sino truck, registration number UA 367AM, after he allegedly failed to stop when directed by traffic officers in Mpigi District.

The driver, identified as Oponya Martin, was intercepted at Maya Checkpoint at about 8pm yesterday after traffic police pursued him for failing to obey their instructions to stop.

Police said further checks established that Oponya was driving under the influence of alcohol and did not have a valid driving licence.

He is currently being held at Maya Police Station pending court proceedings.

The owner of the truck has also been charged with permitting a person without a valid driving licence to drive the vehicle.

Police said the arrest was part of ongoing efforts to enforce traffic laws and hold motorists accountable for conduct that endangers other road users.

“We reiterate our commitment to enforcing traffic laws and taking firm action against motorists whose conduct puts the lives of other road users at risk,” police said.

 

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