The newspaper “Fes News” reviewed an amateur video posted on the platform “X” (formerly Twitter), documenting a serious traffic incident that occurred on San Louis Street (formerly Ain Chkef Road), near Moulay Slimane High School and the “Kessaai d’alma” area, opposite the Ait Skatou neighborhood. The video shows two small taxis (petit taxis) blatantly violating the law by driving onto the pedestrian sidewalk, endangering the lives of pedestrians.
From the video, it appears that heavy traffic congestion in the area prompted the drivers to commit this dangerous violation, as they drove their vehicles onto the sidewalk designated for pedestrians, near the traffic signal at the location. This irresponsible behavior is a clear breach of traffic safety rules and puts citizens’ lives at risk.
Professional drivers, especially those transporting passengers, are expected to set an example by respecting the law and adhering to traffic regulations, rather than recklessly violating them. Such actions not only endanger the lives of pedestrians but also tarnish the image of professional drivers, who are supposed to embody discipline and responsibility.
This incident comes at a time when many streets in the city of Fes are experiencing significant traffic congestion, particularly during peak hours. This requires all drivers, especially professionals, to exercise patience and strictly comply with traffic rules to avoid accidents that could have severe consequences.
In this context, “Fes News” calls on the relevant authorities to intensify awareness and monitoring campaigns to ensure compliance with traffic safety regulations and to penalize anyone who disregards the safety and security of citizens. The newspaper also urges all drivers, particularly professionals, to demonstrate a sense of responsibility and avoid leniency in respecting the law, in order to protect lives and property.