Dangers of Speeding
2014 saw an increase in the number of speed-related traffic accidents and corresponding fatalities. Please see breakdown of figures in the table below.
2 Speed-related accidents can be prevented if motorists keep within speed limits. Motorists will also have more allowance to react in time. The 2 cases highlighted in Annex A shows how speeding has resulted in a tragic traffic accidents.
Number of Fatal Accidents
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|
2012 |
2013 |
2014 |
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Fatal |
162 |
150 |
149 |
Number of Fatal Speed-related Accidents
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2012 |
2013 |
2014 |
|
Fatal |
53 |
39 |
42 |
Number of Persons who Died or were Injured in Speed-related Accidents
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2012 |
2013 |
2014 |
|
Fatalities |
56 |
42 |
46 |
*Statistics are correct as of 10.2.2015
Increase in Speeding Violations Detected
3 The number of speeding violations detected increased by 6.5%, from 261,540 in 2013 to 278,545 in 2014. Motorists who commit speeding offences are liable for a fine of $130 to $200 and 4 to 24 demerit points, depending on the speed that was exceeded by vehicle type, stipulated vehicular or road speed limit. They may also be prosecuted in court.
Installation of Digital Speed Enforcement Cameras
4 In conjunction with the ‘Safer Roads Singapore’ (SRS) action plan[1] and leveraging the latest technology, Traffic Police will begin installing digital speed enforcement cameras around Singapore starting 1 March 2015. A total of 20 digital speed enforcement cameras will be installed at 11 locations island-wide by end-2015. Please refer to Annex B for the locations.
5 These new digital speed cameras will operate round-the-clock even during inclement weather. The cameras are equipped with enhanced features to better identify speeding vehicles, and can simultaneously detect up to 32 vehicles. To deter motorists, prominent speed camera zone signages will be erected as a reminder. In addition, these new cameras will be painted in bright colours with reflective tapes so that the cameras are visible during the day and night. Please refer to Annex C for more details about the digital speed enforcement cameras.
Conclusion
6 Speeding is dangerous and can lead to traffic accidents, resulting in injury or even death. Motorists are advised to be responsible and to keep within the road or vehicular speed limits at all times. Traffic Police hopes that the implementation of the new digital speed cameras starting from 1 March 2015 will further encourage motorists to adopt safe driving habits.
7 Everyone has a part to play when it comes to road safety. Every Life Matters. Together, we can create Safer Roads in Singapore for all.
[1] The ‘Safer Roads Singapore’ action plan seeks to foster a culture of safe and courteous road use through a three-pronged strategy of Enforcement, Education and Engagement. Please refer to http://driving-in-singapore.spf.gov.sg for more details on Safer Roads Singapore.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
26 February 2015 @ 4:00 PM