Some Kenyans claim that the ongoing crackdown could have created an opportunity for the fraudsters to exploit motorists, but NTSA did not disclose any direct link.
An image of a multiagency team of enforcers from NTSA and the Traffic Department during a past enforcement exercise. Photo Kenyans.co.ke The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has warned Kenyans against fake traffic offence notices and payment receipts being used to deceive motorists into paying fraudulent fines.
In its advisory to motorists on Friday, October 30, the Authority urged the public to watch out for printed documents falsely presented as official traffic violation notices.
According to NTSA, fraudsters are using fake documents bearing the Authority’s name and logo, complete with handwritten details of alleged traffic offences and demands for specific fines.
“Watch out for fake traffic offence notices and payment receipts,” NTSA warned motorists, urging Kenyans to remain vigilant and verify the authenticity of any traffic-related documents.
A fake traffic offences notice flagged by NTSA. Photo NTSA This comes after some motorists raised concerns about receiving suspicious notices claiming they had committed traffic offences and directing them to make instant payments.
The warning comes amid an ongoing road safety crackdown by NTSA officers in a multi-agency team along major highways following a recent surge in road accidents.
The operation targets motorists driving under the influence of alcohol, operating vehicles with expired driving licences, using vehicles with expired inspection stickers, and driving without valid insurance.
On Thursday, October 29, NTSA said night-time checks had been prioritised because evening and late-night hours are among the most dangerous periods on the roads.
The measures are being implemented under the Msimu Bila Ajali Usalama Barabarani campaign, which brings together NTSA and police officers to conduct day and night safety checks.
Some Kenyans claim that the crackdown could have created an opportunity for the fraudsters to exploit motorists, but NTSA did not disclose any direct link between the crackdown and fraud.
However, under the Traffic Act, NTSA and police officers are authorised to physically serve motorists with formal traffic offence notifications, provided the documents are authentic and issued through the right channels.
Meanwhile, this is not the first time the Authority has warned motorists against such scams. Just a month ago, NTSA warned Kenyans about another scam involving fake driving licence charges circulating on social media.
The scam appeared to target Kenyans who may not know the actual NTSA fees, directing them to middlemen claiming to fast-track licence applications.
