The Ghana Police Service, observing a worsening trend, has issued a caution against the unauthorized installation and use of sirens, strobe lights, and other emergency warning devices on vehicles operated by individuals and institutions not permitted by law.  

"This conduct endangers public safety, causes unnecessary panic on the roads, and contributes significantly to traffic indiscipline across the country," a statement by police noted.

"In line with Regulation 74 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180), the use of sirens, horns, bells, or strobe lights as warning appliances is restricted to specific categories of vehicles," the statement explained.

These are:

a) Government vehicles used for official purposes by the Head of State

b) Police vehicles

c) Fire Service vehicles

d) Ambulances operated by hospitals or clinics

e) Vehicles used by other recognized Government security agencies

f) Registered bullion vehicles

"Any individual or institution that does not fall within these categories is prohibited from using such devices," the statement warned.

The GPS urged all persons who have unlawfully fixed these warning appliances on their vehicles to remove them voluntarily.

"Those who fail to comply will be arrested and prosecuted when caught," the statement added.

Police further warned that in the coming days, they will begin "strict enforcement of this regulation to restore discipline and ensure public safety on our roads".

The service encouraged the public to cooperate with it in promoting law and order and ensuring discipline on roads nationwide, especially as the Christmas season approaches.