Netizens embrace spike ban
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The decision by Police Commissioner General Godwin Matanga to ban the use of spikes by police officers in road traffic managenent has been welcomed by Zimbabweans.
The decision came after incidents where police used spikes on errant drivers resulting in injuries of passengers.
Yesterday, Police National Spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said they listened to pleas by the people.
“The Commissioner General of Police has noted with concern allegations that some police officers are using hand held spikes to try and stop some errant drivers or motorists from evading police check points.
These allegations have resulted in varied views form the public including parliamentarians. In this regard, the Commissioner General of Police has with immediate effect banned the use of hand held spikes by any police officers while performing duties throughout the country,” said Ass Comm Nyathi.
Zimbabweans taken to social media to express their relief on the decision
One Twitter user commented on the official statement made by ZRP on Twitter saying , “Haa Maita henyu tachingofamba baba dziri mumaoko.”
A Instagram user by the name oratliwesa commented, “finally took years for this.”
This is to mention just a few.
ZRP has also promised to take teen measures towards police officers that will defy this directive.
“Any police officer who will defy this directive will be arrested and face both criminal and stern disciplinary action. No police officers will be allowed to move around whilst openly holding or carrying spikes under the guise of traffics enforcements.”
The above views summarised the general response by Zimbabweans.
In the second republic, authorities have been willing to listen to citizen concerns and making adjustments where possible.
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