JPJ seizes MPV during 'Ops Luxury' in Kuching
KUCHING (Aug 4): The Road Transport Department (JPJ) seized a luxury multi-purpose-vehicle (MPV) here yesterday for not having valid road tax and insurance.
According to a post on JPJ Sarawak's official Facebook page, the vehicle was seized during 'Ops Luxury', an operation focusing on luxury vehicles that fail to comply with road regulations.
'Such offences not only reflect a negligent attitude towards legal obligations but also pose potential safety risks to other road users,' it stated.
JPJ Sarawak emphasised that Ops Luxury demonstrates its commitment to the principle that no one is above the law, regardless of whether they drive a regular or luxury vehicle.
This approach reinforces that complying with regulations is a shared responsibility for public safety.
JPJ Sarawak advises all vehicle owners to ensure that their vehicles are legally compliant, not excessively modified, and covered by valid insurance and road tax.
'The law does not recognise status, and safety is a right for everyone on the road. No amount of luxury can ever replace the value of a human life,' it added.
JPJ Sarawak said Ops Luxury will continue to be carried out from time to time to identify and take action against owners and drivers of luxury vehicles who fail to comply with traffic rules. JPJ Sarawak lead Ops Luxury
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