The Ghana Police Service has cautioned the public about a fraudulent electronic traffic violation notice circulating online, describing it as false and unauthorized.
In a statement, the Service said it had observed with “deep concern” a viral message claiming to be an official traffic offence notice from the Police, instructing recipients to pay fines for alleged violations. The Police clarified that the notice is fake, fraudulent, and not issued by the Service.
Authorities warned individuals responsible for creating and sharing the message to cease immediately, labeling the act as criminal and “nefarious.” The Service stressed that anyone found behind the circulation of the false notifications will be arrested and prosecuted.
Meanwhile, the Police disclosed plans to introduce an automated traffic law enforcement system in collaboration with the Ministry of the Interior, Ministry of Transport, National Road Safety Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, National Insurance Commission, and the Ministry of Finance.
The initiative, known as Traffitech-GH, is expected to be rolled out in the coming months pending amendments to road traffic regulations by Parliament. The Service assured the public that further updates will be provided as discussions advance.