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STOP THE MAYHEM ON OUR ROADS!
Dear Editor,
For the past two months driving everyday in Guyana, I have had the opportunity to witness the reckless, irresponsible way most drivers here abuse the privilege of having a driver’s license. On a weekly basis, photographs of vehicular accidents dominate the pages of the print media, and much too often, innocent passengers on minibuses and pedestrians are the victims.
How many more road fatalities must this country endure? How many more grieving families must suffer the loss of a loved one? How many more children must grow up without a mother or father? Enough is enough. It is time to stop the mayhem on our roads. My sincere condolences to the family of the latest tragedy: Xue Fang Feng, who was killed last Friday afternoon by a speeding taxi, as she attempted to cross Mandela Avenue. I am appalled at the reckless way some motorists drive with total disregard for the safety of pedestrians. Many of whom are forced to walk on the street because the sidewalks are taken over by the vendors.
Over the years, I have followed the plight of commuters who depend on minibuses for transportation. And now, I have seen the intimidation and abuse of passengers by drivers and conductors as they aggressively pack their buses, and race recklessly through traffic. Although the Police Traffic Department is well aware of this violation that risks the lives and safety of passengers, more traffic cops are needed on the roads to deter drivers from speeding and operating overcrowded vehicles. How many more road fatalities and injuries involving reckless driving; speeding; and driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) must we endure before the Police Traffic Department declare a “No Tolerance” for such behavior, and deal severely with those who seem determined to violate these laws? Driving a vehicle in a reckless way is as dangerous as a firearm in the hands of a lunatic. And the same diligence must be given to those applying for driver’s licences to ensure they are competent enough to drive a vehicle responsibly.
There are still those unqualified persons who can easily obtain a licence for the right price. This practice must stop.
Harry Gill
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