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Measures will be taken to resolve issue of speeding: Ameen

Minister Ameen said that following President Muizzu's directive, the ministry will implement necessary measures to address the issue of dangerous speeding and enhance road safety and security.

Malika Shahid
07 September 2024, MVT 13:58
Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Mohamed Ameen -- Photo: Nishan Ali
Malika Shahid
07 September 2024, MVT 13:58

Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Mohamed Ameen has said that measures will be implemented to address the issue of vehicles speeding dangerously.

A youth had passed away in a fatal collision when a speeding sports car collided with a motorcycle near Central Park in Hulhumale' during the early hours of Friday. The driver of the car, Mohamed Visam Siduqee, 26, a resident of Seenu atoll Hithadhoo, was not in possession of a license.

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has directed authorities to amend laws and regulations to impose stricter punishments for speeding, following a fatal accident involving a speeding sports car.

Minister Ameen said that following President Muizzu's directive, the ministry will implement necessary measures to address the issue of dangerous speeding and enhance road safety and security.

He also assured that traffic regulations would be reinforced and the implementation of the law would be strengthened, with necessary steps to be taken immediately.

Hassan Samah, 23, the motorcyclist involved in the incident sustained fatal head injuries during the collision. He passed away shortly after being taken to Hulhumale' Hospital for treatment.

Frequent concerns have been raised about speeding sports cars in Hulhumale' on weekends, posing risks to the public. The area near Central Park has seen previous incidents, including a fatal collision involving a motorcyclist, and a similar crash occurred in Hulhumale' Phase 2 last month.

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