KUCHING: Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen has urged the police to solve the recent traffic woes at the Tabuan-Kota Samarahan stretch.
Chong, who is also Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak chairman, said police roadblocks, set up between 7 pm and 8 pm, near La Promenade Mall had worsened the condition.
“In light of this, I urge the police to station officers at critical traffic junctions during rush hours to mitigate the congestion.
“The roadblocks, active for the past week, have been set up with the intention of apprehending stolen vehicles,” he said.
Chong pointed out that the police could play a pivotal role in alleviating the traffic situation by deploying officers to manage the flow rather than setting up roadblocks during the crucial evening hours.
“I also advocate for transparency in the operation of these roadblocks, requesting the police to share the outcomes and results of these measures,” he said when met by reporters during Breast Cancer Awareness Day programme at Farley Shopping Mall here yesterday.
The MP also stressed that the daily gridlock during peak traffic hours had led to a surge in complaints from frustrated commuters.
“The commuters are forced to endure hours-long traffic jams, prompting a flood of complaints about the issue,” he said.
