EMPD spokesman, Wilfred Kgasago, says drivers who intentionally damage state property are committing an offence.
He says if motorists are found guilty of such an offence, the courts decide on a suitable punishment or penalty.
“The courts will decide on an appropriate sanction after taking into account the circumstances surrounding the incident,” says Kgasago.
He adds that such laws are governed by the National Road Traffic Act.
Furthermore, Kgasago says damage to road markings, infrastructure and public roads, is reported by officers doing patrols.
“The precinct in turn reports to the Road and Civil Works Department to attend,” he adds.
Kgasago says the EMPD monitors public roads on a daily basis.
“However, since it is not possible to be at each and every road at all times we rely on the community members to inform us,” he says.
“Community members need to come forward with information so the responsible parties can be brought to book.”
Kgasago says great importance is placed on infrastructure as a support tool for motorists and residents.
“We believe that all infrastructure is there to make life easier for residents,” he says.
“In the event of damage to infrastructure, we expect residents to make authorities aware in order to facilitate the prosecutions of the people responsible.”
Kgasago adds that cases of a similar nature as the one reported about Pridgeon Avenue are registered with a docket at a police station.
“The courts then decide on the penalty to be meted out,” says Kgasago.
