A notable increase in road traffic accidents has been recorded during the April 10 to 19 period this year compared to the same dates last year, according to Sri Lanka Police.
Speaking at a media briefing today, April 20, Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Traffic Control and Road Safety, W. P. J. Senadeera, said the rise in accidents has become a matter of serious concern despite ongoing road safety measures.
According to the DIG, fatal accidents have increased by 18 cases year-on-year, while the number of deaths caused by these incidents has risen by 20 during the same period.
He further highlighted that several other categories of road accidents have also shown a sharp increase. Major accidents have gone up by 94 cases, while minor accidents have increased by 49.
In addition, incidents involving property damage alone have risen by 48 cases when compared with the corresponding period last year.
DIG Senadeera noted that the upward trend continues despite intensified law enforcement operations and public awareness campaigns carried out by the authorities.
Police have appealed to motorists and the general public to act with greater responsibility on the roads and support ongoing efforts to reduce the number of serious accidents across the country.
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