Tue Dec 17 00:42:21 UTC 2024: ## Kozhikode Police Hampered by Faulty Speed-Detection Vehicle Amidst Rising Road Accidents
**Kozhikode, Kerala – December 17, 2024** – As road accident fatalities rise in Kozhikode, police efforts to curb speeding are being hampered by a malfunctioning interceptor vehicle, highlighting a critical lack of resources. The city’s sole interceptor vehicle, equipped with an outdated radar camera, is unable to effectively enforce speed limits, particularly after sunset.
The camera’s poor performance, compounded by issues like insufficient battery life and limited storage, renders it practically useless for generating legally admissible evidence. This contrasts sharply with other states utilizing advanced infrared cameras capable of capturing clear images even at night. The vehicle’s inadequate maintenance contract further exacerbates the problem.
Police sources emphasize the need for at least three modern interceptor vehicles equipped with high-resolution cameras capable of producing court-admissible evidence. Requests for additional vehicles, including proposals to utilize funds from auctioned vehicles and the existing road safety fund, have reportedly been ignored.
The Road Accident Action Forum advocates for leveraging the state’s road safety fund and a portion of fines collected for traffic violations to address this equipment shortfall and improve overall road safety measures. The lack of investment in advanced speed detection technology is hindering efforts to combat the alarming rise in road accidents in Kozhikode.
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