Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) detained three local men for illegally collecting parking fees in Pudu during an operation on Thursday, May 14. The arrests occurred in Jalan Yew and Jalan Pasar Baharu areas, key spots in Pudu known for parking issues [1, 2].
The men were charged under Section 50(3) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which prohibits unauthorized persons from supervising vehicle parking to solicit money [1, 2]. They pleaded guilty in court on Friday, May 15, and were sentenced to fines ranging from RM1,200 to RM2,500 and prison terms between two and three months [1, 2].
DBKL said a spokesman confirmed the authority will continue monitoring hotspots and intensify enforcement to eradicate illegal parking fee collection, which causes public nuisance [2]. A DBKL statement added, "The joint operation will continue at other traffic hotspot locations. Road users are reminded to comply with traffic rules and signals set by the authorities." [3]
In a related crackdown on May 15, a wider multi-agency operation led by DBKL issued 211 traffic summonses and towed 10 vehicles in Jalan Sultan, Jalan Pudu, and Bukit Bintang, areas popular with tourists [3]. Netizen Jason Smith Cheah praised the efforts, saying, "Good job for Petaling Street and Pudu area. Keep it up." [3]
DBKL emphasized its ongoing commitment to combat illegal parking activities through periodic enforcement operations across Kuala Lumpur [1, 2]. The next phase of monitoring and actions is expected to continue in coming weeks.
