The Ghana Police Service has urged the public to disregard a flyer circulating on social media that purports to be an official public safety announcement warning motorists and riders against the use of AirPods, earphones and other audio devices while driving or riding.
According to the Police Service, the publication did not originate from the institution and has neither been issued nor authorised by the Service.
In a statement, the Police said its Cybercrime Unit had commenced efforts to trace the individuals behind the circulation of the false publication.
The clarification follows the widespread circulation of the flyer on social media, where it was presented as an official communication from the Ghana Police Service on road traffic regulations.
The Police Service stressed that members of the public should exercise caution when consuming and sharing information attributed to the institution, particularly communications concerning road traffic laws and public safety.
Although the Service disowned the flyer, it used the opportunity to caution motorists, motorcyclists and other road users against activities that could distract them while using the road.
The Police explained that any activity or device that compromises a road user’s attention, hearing, control of a vehicle or awareness of surrounding traffic could create significant safety risks.
“Motorists and riders should therefore endeavour to avoid distractions and exercise maximum care while on the road,” the Service said.
The caution underscores the importance of maintaining full attention while driving or riding, particularly in situations requiring quick reactions to pedestrians, other vehicles, road signs and changing traffic conditions.
The Ghana Police Service further urged motorists, motorcyclists and other road users to familiarise themselves with and fully comply with the Road Traffic Regulations, 2026 (L.I. 2519), as well as other applicable road traffic laws.
According to the Service, adherence to the regulations remains critical to reducing road crashes and protecting lives.
The Police said a copy of the relevant provision of the regulations had been attached to its communication to assist the public in understanding the applicable requirements.
The Service reiterated that road safety is a shared responsibility and called on all road users to act responsibly and comply with established traffic rules.
The Police Service also appealed to the public to rely on its official communication channels for accurate information on road traffic regulations, enforcement activities and other public safety matters.
The Service said it remained committed to enforcing road traffic laws fairly and professionally while collaborating with relevant stakeholders to improve safety on Ghana’s roads.
The Police therefore advised members of the public to verify information before sharing publications attributed to the Service, particularly when such information could influence public behaviour or create confusion about the law.
The development comes amid growing concerns over road safety and the need for motorists and other road users to minimise distractions and exercise greater care while using the road.
By 1960news.com
