Minister of Transport Wee Ka Siong says the role of authorities such as the police in enforcing the law, especially by using the Road Transport Act 1987 as amended in 2020 which imposed heavier penalties on offenders, was expected to help curb unwanted incidents like the one involving Sam Ke Ting and the basikal lajak kids.
“With great sympathy for all those involved, we need to take heed of what happened, and be aware of the risks faced by road users, so we need to take the initiative and intensify road safety campaigns as well as increase enforcement.
“This is actually a joint responsibility of the ministry, enforcement, parents and also the community because when a tragedy like this happens, in the end, it does not benefit any party,” he said, adding that The government respects the High Court’s recent decision to impose a jail sentence and fine on a female driver but “we must raise awareness among parents.”
