MOSHI: In a bid to tackle the increasing number of road accidents, Kilimanjaro Regional Police have revoked 64 driving licenses for violating road safety laws between January and December 2024.
A statement issued on Tuesday by Kilimanjaro Regional Police Commander, Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police (SACP) Simon Maigwa, revealed that the suspensions resulted from various traffic offenses.
Of the revoked licenses, 22 were annulled for overspeeding, 32 for causing accidents, 3 for driving under the influence of alcohol, and 7 for wrong overtaking.
In addition to addressing traffic violations, the police also reported significant actions taken against gender-based violence.
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A total of 68 cases were prosecuted in court during the same period, leading to 42 convictions for rape, 18 for sodomy, 4 for impregnating schoolgirls, and 4 for child abuse.
Perpetrators in these cases faced severe penalties, with sentences ranging from 30 years in prison to life imprisonment.
“We urge all residents to adhere to the laws of the country. We will not hesitate to enforce strict legal measures against anyone found violating them,” the statement emphasized.
The police also reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining safety and ensuring justice across the region.
