Police launch WhatsApp channel for public to report dangerous bus drivers

The Police Department has established a dedicated WhatsApp hotline enabling citizens to report bus drivers operating vehicles in a manner that poses serious safety risks to other road users and passengers.

The initiative aims to harness public cooperation in identifying and addressing dangerous driving practices that contribute to road fatalities and injuries nationwide. By creating an accessible digital reporting channel, authorities seek to streamline the process of receiving complaints about reckless motorists.

Official channels for reporting such incidents have been widely publicized to encourage greater community participation in road safety efforts. The move reflects growing recognition that public vigilance plays a crucial role in enforcing traffic regulations and preventing accidents.

Road accidents remain a significant public health concern in Sri Lanka, with commercial vehicles frequently implicated in serious incidents. Law enforcement officials have indicated that intelligence gathered through citizen reports will inform targeted enforcement operations against dangerous drivers.