EMPD launches road safety awareness campaign in Thembisa
The EMPD Social Crime Prevention Unit educated motorists and pedestrians at a busy Thembisa intersection, promoting responsible road behaviour to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities.
On February 10, officers from the EMPD’s Social Crime Prevention Unit conducted a road safety awareness campaign at the intersection of Andrew Mapheto Drive and Isimuku Street in Thembisa.
The purpose of the campaign was to help reduce traffic-related fatalities and injuries by educating road users. Officers targeted public transport operators and pedestrians, encouraging responsible road behaviour.
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Pamphlets containing road safety information were distributed, and officers shared safety tips, including avoiding distractions, such as mobile phone use while driving, and always wearing a seatbelt.
Pedestrians were advised to use sidewalks where available and to wear visible clothing when walking at night.
