No Plates, No Escape: Police Blitz Begins

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has launched a nationwide operation targeting vehicles without number plates and those fitted with illegal sirens, blue lights, bar lights, beacons and other unauthorised gadgets.

National police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the operation is aimed at curbing crime and restoring order on the country’s roads.

Nyathi said some motorists deliberately remove number plates to avoid being identified after committing crimes.

“Some drivers are removing number plates to evade identification after committing offences such as robberies, kidnappings, hit-and-run accidents and other traffic violations like driving against traffic or running red lights,” he said.

He said the police operation will target all types of vehicles, including private vehicles, company vehicles, government vehicles and public service vehicles.

Nyathi warned that any vehicle found without number plates will be impounded immediately.

“All vehicles without number plates will be impounded and will only be released after the owners have properly registered them and fitted valid number plates,” he said.

He added that police officers will also remove illegal sirens, blue lights, bar lights, beacons and other unauthorized gadgets on the spot.

Nyathi urged motorists to comply with traffic regulations and ensure their vehicles are properly registered to avoid penalties as the operation is rolled out across the country.