Superintendent (Administration) of the Traffic Branch Headquarters (TBHQ) Lai Siu-wai and Chief Inspector of Road Safety Unit Lam Kai-sum conducted a press briefing on August 4 to release the traffic accident statistics and analysis for the first half of 2024 and to announce the launch of thematic operations against inattentive driving and cycling violations.

In the first half of this year, recorded fatal and serious injury accidents decreased significantly by 42% when compared to the same period last year. While pedestrians remained the most vulnerable group in traffic accidents, the figure saw a major drop by 47% over last year’s. Fatal traffic accidents involving cyclists, however, showed an upward trend in the first half of this year. To combat illegal acts such as inattentive driving and to reduce cycling accidents, TBHQ co-ordinates another round of thematic operations codenamed CLEARVIEW and GOLDENSUN respectively in the third quarter this year to enhance educational publicity and enforcement.

Representatives from the Cycling Association of Hong Kong, China (CAHK) and the Police Cycling Club also attended the briefing to promote cycling safety. Executive Committee Member of CAHK Mr Leung Chi-yin shared with the media salient points to note while cycling and safety tips. The officers also reminded the public to wear helmets and obey traffic regulations when cycling. Drivers were also urged to observe blind spots properly and that they should never speed.

Superintendent (Administration) of TBHQ Lai Siu-wai distributes leaflets to promote cycling safety.