Appearing on a talk show hosted by RadioTV10, ACP Rutikanga addressed concerns from some drivers and car owners who believe that speed cameras sometimes confuse their vehicles with others nearby.
'It is not possible, although some people have reported mistakes,' he said.
'The speed camera's advanced smart technology operates in sync with the vehicle's running engine. When a vehicle exceeds the speed limit, the engine generates a specific signal that the system detects without error. The camera does more than just capture the license plate; it identifies the engine first, then photographs the vehicle, including its license plate,' ACP Rutikanga explained.
He further clarified that even in cases where multiple vehicles are close together and moving at high speed, the system does not mistakenly prioritize one vehicle over another due to visibility.
'If all the vehicles are speeding, their engines generate distinct signals. The camera captures each one, even if it appears like a single flash. Every speeding vehicle is photographed, along with detailed information about its movement. No one can claim they were hiding behind another car to avoid detection,' he added.
ACP Rutikanga also spoke about motorcycles, noting that riders sometimes assume they can evade detection because speed cameras primarily capture license plates, which are located only at the back of motorcycles.
'It's true that motorcycles only have license plates on the rear, limiting the angles from which they can be captured. However, speed cameras are not the only tools we use for traffic monitoring,' he explained.
He highlighted that other cameras at intersections record violations from multiple angles, making it possible to track various infractions.
'Some drivers challenge their fines, claiming the speed camera didn't capture their violation. However, we present evidence from other cameras that prove otherwise,' he said.
ACP Rutikanga also revealed that while the current technology focuses on monitoring vehicle speed, it has the potential to be upgraded to detect additional offenses, such as using a mobile phone while driving or failing to fasten a seatbelt.
'The technology has the capability for such enhancements,' he concluded.
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