Police used a drone to detect motorcyclists not using the motorcycle lanes on Federal Highway.
This follows numerous accidents involving motorcycles due to riders not using designated motorcycle lanes, as well as complaints from other road users. However, some riders remain stubborn and continue using the main thoroughfare.
Petaling Jaya OCPD, Assistant Commissioner Shahrulnizam Ja’afar, said the objective of yesterday’s operation at KM28.4 of the highway was to reduce motorcycle-related accidents.
“We collaborated with the Police Air Unit (UUP) in this drone-assisted operation. Motorcyclists detected by the drones were issued summonses immediately.”
“For some riders who may have escaped, we have recorded their motorcycle registration numbers, and summonses will be sent to their homes,” he told reporters during the operation yesterday.
He also urged motorcyclists to use the designated motorcycle lanes to avoid accidents and other dangers.

“I understand that riders do not prefer using motorcycle lanes as they can be dark at night. When it rains, these areas may also flood.”
“Therefore, our operations are conducted during peak hours in the daytime, especially in the morning,” he said after 47 summonses were issued for various offenses.
“A total of 16 offenses were detected using drones, and within 30 minutes, 32 summonses were issued during the operation,” he explained.
“Most summonses were issued to riders not using the designated motorcycle lanes under Section 79(2) of the Road Transport Act 1987,” added Asst Comm Shahrulnizam.
The operation was not solely focused on enforcement, as his team also aimed to raise awareness among road users, particularly motorcyclists, about the importance of adhering to traffic regulations.
*”We are focusing on motorcyclists because 70% of fatal accidents in the district involve them. We will continue conducting such drone-assisted operations from time to time,”* he said.
Asst Comm Shahrulnizam noted that traffic accidents in the district have increased by 53 cases so far this year.
A total of 204 cases were recorded between January and May, compared to 151 cases during the same period last year—an increase of 35.1%.
In terms of fatalities, motorcyclists accounted for the highest number, with 52 deaths recorded last year.
“As of May, 34 motorcyclist fatalities have been recorded, with accidents typically occurring between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m. daily,” he said.
“Among the main causes of accidents are tailgating, losing control of the vehicle leading to skidding, as well as fatigue and drowsiness. We advise all road users to always drive safely to reduce the number of accidents,” he added.