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Passengers should speak out for their safety

Apr 09, 2010 Letters

Dear Editor,
As a regular traveler, via public transportation, I fear for my life, and the lives of other citizens of this country. The zero tolerance on speeding has not been effective, in curbing this dangerous driving. I am sure many are of the same opinion, after they have the experience for themselves.
Minibus drivers in Corentyne, continue to speed and drive recklessly on our public roads. The main reason for this is to earn an extra dollar. Clearly, there is a lack of respect for the life of other road users. Their own lives seem to lack value, when one observes how dangerous they drive. These races on the road have caused many near-misses incidents, which could be tomorrow’s fatal (loss) incident.
Those in authority must always take proactive measures to prevent any fatalities on our roadways. Radar guns usually target the wrongs persons, because of malpractices. They do not control the speed that drivers drive, for their entire journey. As soon as a ‘racing minibus’ driver passes a police officer, he resumes his speeding and recklessness. I am quite sure that police officers are fully aware of this.
Therefore, I am hereby calling on traffic officers to conduct regular patrols on our public roads, especially during peak hours. Drivers will not pass a patrol car that is driving in front of them, at a reasonable speed. I believe that this is the most effective proactive measure to ensure that drivers comply with safe driving practices. At the same time, I would like to urge passengers to speak out for their own safety.
Nabeel Mohamed

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