Police have launched a nationwide crackdown on all roads, seeking to impound vehicles using unauthorised lights.
The National Police Service (NPS) on Friday, October 28, noted that several private vehicles were using lights not approved by traffic laws.
Police also listed issues they will be looking for in the crackdown.
"NPS observes that several private vehicles, public service vehicles, and motorcycle owners have; unlawfully equipped lamps, modified illuminating lights, red lights, opaque rear lights, flashing lights, flickering lights, LED illuminating bars and unauthorized red and blue lights.
"All traffic enforcement officers across the country have been directed to impound and charge motor vehicle, motorcycle owners in accordance with relevant provisions of the law," read the statement in part.
Only directional indicator lights are allowed to be flashing, according to traffic laws.
Also to be monitored by the police during the crackdown is the use of unauthorised sirens.
For Public Service Vehicles (PSVs), NPS noted that traffic officers will be looking for the road service licence and the tout service licences.
"PSV, tour and commercial vehicle owners are advised to ensure their vehicles have valid licences including motor vehicle inspection sticker and PSV badge for the driver and conductor," read the statement in part.
Motorists were also advised to observe traffic laws to safeguard their lives and that of other road users.
Police called on Kenyans to fully corporate with officers enforcing the directive.
"All vehicle owners are advised to adhere to the requirements of the Traffic Act (Cap 403). Section 55 read with the Traffic Rules Number 23 and 24 to avoid any inconveniences," NPS stated.
