Traffic enforcement officers in Kuwait’s Jahra Governorate arrested two individuals for allegedly riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) recklessly in unauthorized areas, putting their own lives and those of other road users at risk.
According to the General Traffic Department, a traffic patrol in Jahra spotted the first rider performing dangerous stunts with an ATV in an unauthorized area. When the rider attempted to flee after being spotted, officers intercepted and apprehended him.
In a separate incident, another traffic patrol observed a second rider performing stunts with a quad bike in an unauthorized area. Officers stopped the rider and took him into custody.
Both individuals were cited for reckless driving in unauthorized areas, endangering the lives of others and failing to comply with officers’ instructions or attempting to evade arrest.
The first offender was referred to the Central Prison, while the second rider, who is a minor, was referred to the Juvenile Protection Department.
Authorities also impounded both motorcycles as part of the enforcement action.
The General Traffic Department warned road users against reckless motorcycle and ATV riding, particularly behavior that could endanger the lives of riders and others.
The department stressed that violations involving dangerous riding and failure to comply with traffic officers’ instructions will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law.
