The issue of marshals and motorcycle convoys is one of the focuses of the fourth series of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Special Dialogue, scheduled to take place in the fourth quarter of this year. The dialogue will focus on aspects of road safety and traffic management.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said this is because road safety is an ongoing challenge that demands serious attention and a strategic approach.
According to him, among the issues to be discussed are motorcycle convoys and marshals, as these trends pose safety risks and can even lead to loss of life.
“We will discuss various matters, including the issue of convoys. In fact, there are standard operating procedures (SOPs) in place.
“However, marshals appointed by organizers have limitations. They cannot control other vehicles or override traffic lights (and so on),” he said.
He stated this at a press conference for the PDRM Special Dialogue Series III at the Sime Darby Convention Centre here today.
Previously, five fatalities were recorded due to accidents during the RXZ Members 7.0 gathering in Gong Badak, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu last Saturday.
Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) Director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri was reported as saying that police cooperation will continue to be enhanced, especially to facilitate and assist participants.
He said this includes enforcing rules and laws if there are participants who commit offenses such as riding dangerously or disturbing other road users.
