The Ghana Police Service has cautioned the public against the unauthorized installation and use of sirens, strobe lights and other emergency warning devices on vehicles, warning that the practice poses serious risks to public safety.
In a statement, police said there has been a worrying rise in the misuse of emergency warning appliances by individuals and institutions not permitted by law, a trend that contributes to traffic indiscipline, road rage and unnecessary panic among motorists.
Under Regulation 74 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180), the use of sirens, horns, bells and strobe lights is strictly limited to specific categories of vehicles. These include government vehicles used by the Head of State, police vehicles, fire service vehicles, ambulances operated by hospitals or clinics, vehicles used by recognized government security agencies and registered bullion vehicles.
The police stressed that any individual or institution outside these categories is prohibited from using such devices under any circumstances.
The service has therefore directed all vehicle owners who have unlawfully installed sirens or strobe lights to remove them voluntarily. Failure to comply, police warned, will result in arrest and prosecution when offenders are detected.
The Ghana Police Service announced that strict nationwide enforcement of the regulation will begin in the coming days, as part of efforts to restore discipline and enhance safety on the roads, particularly during the busy Christmas season.
The public has been urged to cooperate fully with the police by complying with traffic regulations and reporting violations, as authorities intensify measures to ensure orderly and safe movement on Ghana’s roads.