Four defective PMV buses operating along the Waigani to Morata route, were impounded by Saraga Police early this week as authorities continue intensifying traffic enforcement and city clean-up operations across Port Moresby.

The buses were taken to the impounding yard after police officers identified defective lighting systems during traffic inspections conducted on Tuesday, 12 May 2026.

National Capital District and Central Province Police Commander, Benjamin Turi, confirmed the operation and praised reservist officers and regular police members involved in both traffic enforcement and ongoing street eviction exercises throughout the city.

He specifically acknowledged Reservist Coordinator Chief Inspector, Ruben Giusu, and his officers for their active role in supporting police operations.

“The street eviction operation is still on, and each police station commander has been advised to oversee their respective areas,” Commander Turi said.

He stressed that stronger leadership among station commanders is necessary to ensure defective vehicles are removed from public roads.

“When commanders are weak, the officers down the ranks are also weak. That is why defective vehicles are back on the road.”

He also called on police officers across the city to work collectively in ongoing efforts to improve public safety and clean up Port Moresby.

The traffic operation, which extends across both NCD and Central Province, continues to target defective vehicles, unregistered public transport operations, and traffic offenders.

Police say vehicle owners attempting to avoid inspections will eventually be identified through coordinated communication between units.

“Impounding a vehicle daily shows that police and RTA officers are working and will continue to work,” said Commander Turi.

“All we ask from the public and those who own cars is to fix your vehicles before you are on the road.”

He also reminded operators providing transport services to ensure they possess proper PMV permits before operating buses, taxis, or other public transport vehicles.

Furthermore, he thanked responsible vehicle owners who have complied with traffic requirements and maintaining roadworthy vehicles.

The operation forms part of wider law enforcement efforts aimed at improving road safety, reducing public disorder, and ensuring safer transport services for commuters across the capital city.