2,300 police to watch roads on ‘deadly days’
More than 2,000 police officers will be deployed to manage traffic and ensure the safety of motorists nationwide during the upcoming New Year holidays. Highway Police Division chief Somchai Kaosamran said about 2,300 highway police will be stationed across the country to help with traffic management and provide assistance and safety to travellers during the New Year break between Dec 31-Jan 3. The police will work with volunteers, rescue workers as well as local administrative authorities in each province. CCTV cameras have been installed along areas prone to accidents and traffic congestion in a bid to solve problems as quickly as possible, he said. Pol Maj Gen Somchai added traffic measures including additional lanes and U-turns will be arranged. The highway police chief said he has also instructed 41 highway police stations and 196 highway police public service centres across the country to serve as rest stops to accommodate travellers.
