Why Police Will Be Deployed At Southern Bypass – CS Murkomen

Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that police officers will be stationed at construction sites along the Southern Bypass.

In a statement on Wednesday, October 4, Murkomen said the officers will prevent motorists from speeding g beyond the stipulated 50 kilometers per hour limit.

“Police have also been stationed near the construction sites to prevent motorists from speeding beyond the stipulated 50KPH limit,” he stated.

This is after motorists raised safety concerns over the ongoing maintenance in the Southern Bypass following multiple accidents.

The Transport CS at the same time directed the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) to issue a public notice to all motorists clearly identifying the sections under maintenance and the stipulated speed limit applicable to these sections.

“I am confident that, with the implementation of these measures we will be able to improve road safety and protect lives,” he added.

KeNHA in a statement earlier said the ongoing maintenance work along the Southern Bypass is critical in sealing cracks that emerge as bitumen ages.

The road agency asked motorists to exercise caution while driving along the using the Southern Bypass.

“Motorists are advised to heed to the signage installed along the road warning of ongoing works and fresh, loose chippings. It is unfortunate that despite the signage, a number of motorists do not comply with the speed limits,” read the statement in part.

The authority noted that the maintenance contractor installed bumps made of quarry to slow down motorists and safeguard the completed works.

KeNHA further announced that it has installed a speed camera along the road to monitor traffic.