Selfish Drivers Blocking Intersections to Be Caught by Unmanned Enforcement Devices

[Financial News] The police will begin using unmanned enforcement devices to catch so-called 'selfish drivers' who block intersections.
The Korean National Police Agency (KNPA) announced on the 24th that, starting in December, it will pilot the new Unmanned Intersection Blocking Violation Enforcement Device, which can automatically detect and penalize intersection blocking violations.
The pilot program will run for three months at Kukkiwon Intersection in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, beginning this December.
The enforcement device, developed in conjunction with KNPA's research and development efforts, utilizes Artificial Intelligence-Based Video Analysis Technology to improve accuracy and address previous limitations. By integrating red light, speeding, and intersection blocking violation detection into a single device, the system enhances efficiency and simplifies maintenance.
The device will be operated at intersections equipped with No Stopping Zones. It targets vehicles that enter the intersection on a green light but remain in the No Stopping Zone after the signal turns red. However, vehicles that are forced to stop in the zone due to emergencies, such as traffic accidents, will be exempt from enforcement.
In addition to installing new intersection blocking enforcement devices, the KNPA is also considering adding this function to existing unmanned red light and speed enforcement devices. By 2026, the agency plans to install these devices at ten intersections with chronic congestion, and from 2027, expand the program nationwide to minimize inconvenience for the public.
A KNPA official stated, "Entering an intersection just because the light is green, or acting out of selfishness to get ahead, puts public safety at risk. We will actively enforce against such inconsiderate driving behaviors to improve traffic flow and prevent accidents."
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