The police has warned the public against the unauthorized use of sirens, horns, strobe lights and other emergency warning devices on vehicles, saying it is illegal and poses a serious risk to road safety.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, and signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police Richmond Mensah, the Service said the misuse of such devices is prohibited under the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180).
According to the police, the practice creates unnecessary panic among road users and contributes to traffic indiscipline.
“The Service notes that the misuse of these devices poses a serious risk to public safety by creating unnecessary panic among road users and contributing to traffic indiscipline,” the statement read.
The police is therefore urging all persons who have installed sirens, strobe lights or horns on their vehicles without lawful authority under Regulation 74 of L.I. 2180 to remove them immediately.
The Service disclosed that ongoing nationwide enforcement operations have already led to the arrest of several offenders.
“The Ghana Police Service will continue to intensify the enforcement exercise to arrest offenders, promote safety, order, and discipline on the nation’s roads,” DSP Mensah stated.
The warning comes as part of efforts by the Police to ensure sanity and compliance on Ghanaian roads.
