MIRI – A special traffic enforcement operation targeting drunk driving in Miri resulted in 42 summonses being issued on the night of 11 July 2026. The operation, conducted by the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Division of Miri District Police Headquarters (IPD), ran from 11:00 PM until 3:00 AM the following morning along the Miri-Airport Road.
Miri District Police Chief, YDH ACP Mohd Farhan Lee bin Abdullah, confirmed that the operation was led by a senior officer with nine traffic personnel. A total of 91 individuals, comprising 72 men and 19 women, were checked alongside 86 vehicles.
Officers detected various traffic offences during the operation, including driving without a licence, exhaust modifications, expired road tax, failure to display the “P” plate, and other technical violations.
One local male suspect, aged 37, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. A breath test using Screening Device 2 (SD2) indicated the presence of alcohol in his system. He was taken to Miri Traffic Police Station, and a blood sample was later collected at Miri Hospital’s Forensic Department for further investigation.
Under Section 45A(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, individuals convicted of driving under the influence face fines ranging from RM10,000 to RM30,000, up to two years’ imprisonment for a first offence, and disqualification from holding a driving licence for two years.
ACP Mohd Farhan stressed that police will not compromise on cases involving drunk driving, as such behaviour endangers both the driver and other road users. He urged the public to obey traffic laws, avoid illegal vehicle modifications, and refrain from activities that disrupt public order.
Authorities also encouraged residents to report traffic violations to Miri IPD or the nearest police station, highlighting the importance of community cooperation in maintaining road safety.
The operation reflects ongoing efforts by Sarawak police to reduce traffic offences and strengthen public awareness of the dangers of drunk driving. By combining enforcement with community vigilance, authorities aim to create safer roads and protect lives across the district.
