Sri Lanka Police has introduced advanced speed guns to improve road safety and reduce accidents. The devices, manufactured in the United States, can detect vehicles from a distance of 1.2 kilometers, even at night.
The recorded video footage can serve as evidence in court, allowing authorities to present clear proof of traffic violations.
Senior DIG Manoj Ranawala, director of traffic control and road safety, shared statistics on road accidents:
– 11,617 road accidents from 2020 to 2024
– 33,259 serious accidents recorded
– 12,322 fatalities reported
“As of February 26, 2025, 341 people have died in road accidents. These are healthy individuals losing their lives due to reckless driving,” he said.
He added that speeding remains a major cause of crashes and that the new speed guns are part of efforts to reduce accidents.
The devices feature dual cameras and night vision technology, capturing the driver’s photo, vehicle number, and speed in real time.
“This device immediately displays the data. No one can deny the evidence,” Ranawala said. “The video recordings can be submitted as evidence in court.”
Police have deployed 30 of these devices across the country, with each unit costing LKR 3.3 million. An additional 15 units have been ordered, ensuring coverage for all 45 police divisions. (Newswire)