[Source: SPS Media Unit]

In light of the requests and queries regarding the issue of boy racers, the Samoa Police Service confirms the following:

• Police operation has commenced on Friday 13th July 2018 to address the issue relating to these boy racers around Apia. It includes police patrols and static posts in targeted areas of Apia at specific times of the night.
• Drivers stopped by police in connection with this operation have either been charged with traffic related offences or issued with written warnings. Details of driver and vehicle has been recorded and will be referred to the Lands and Transport Authority.
• Police operation is ongoing

Furthermore, the Traffic Section is pursuing to file appropriate traffic charges against the drivers of vehicles posted on social media by concerned members of the public for driving recklessly on Saleufi road on Saturday 21st July 2018.

Faafetai,

SPS MEDIA UNIT