National Police Develops Actions to Prevent Traffic Accidents
The National Police presented this Tuesday the weekly report of traffic accidents, in the period from Monday, May 4 to Sunday, May 10 of the current year.
TL;DR
- The National Police reported on traffic accidents from May 4-10, aiming to protect Nicaraguan families.
- From January 1 to May 10, there was a decrease of 163 injuries compared to the same period in 2025.
- A total of 1,318 collisions occurred during the reported week.
- Managua, León, Estelí, Matagalpa, Masaya, and Chinandega registered the highest number of traffic accidents.
- 38 people were injured during the week.
- Motorcycles were the most involved vehicles in accidents (388), followed by pickup trucks (318) and cars (299).
- Preventive measures included traffic regulation and checkpoints in all 153 municipalities.
- 15,339 vehicles were inspected, 14,834 breathalyzer tests were administered.
- 442 drivers were detained for driving without a license, and 134 for driving under the influence.
- 591 driver's licenses were suspended.
- Safety was ensured for the School Plan, tourist destinations, and recreational areas.
- Control measures like speed radars and alcoholimeters were used on 84 road sections.
- Training sessions on road safety were conducted for bus and taxi owners.