Perak: The Perak Road Transport Department (RTD) uncovered driver violations during a Chinese New Year special operation after its director went undercover as a passenger on an express bus. State RTD director Mohammad Yusoff Abustan disguised himself and boarded a bus from Penang to Ipoh with three enforcement officers to assess compliance with public transport regulations during the festive season.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, random checks on four buses from Ipoh to Penang found only one bus in breach for failing to provide a second driver as required, as stated by Mohammad Yusoff at a press conference at Terminal Meru Raya. He noted that most bus operators and drivers adhered to rules, including safety measures and travel documentation. Four special undercover teams have been deployed to continue monitoring, including at night.

The operation is not aimed at any specific company but is conducted openly across all express bus operators to ensure compliance remains at the highest level. During the operation, a total of 1,307 notices and summonses were issued. Motorcycles recorded the highest number at 892, followed by cars at 404 and public service vehicles at 11.

Additionally, 13 seizure notices under Section 64 were recorded, involving 10 motorcycles and three cars. There were also 185 other notices issued, covering 115 motorcycles and 70 cars.