Minami Police Station in Fukuoka has launched “MB-3,” a bicycle patrol team aimed at improving traffic safety and reducing accidents. The team, named after the word “Bicycle,” began patrolling on May 21. Officers wear helmets and armbands, and patrol in groups of three during peak commuting hours. They aim to set an example for proper bicycle use and enforce traffic rules, focusing on areas with high incidences of bicycle accidents. On the first day, officers patrolled around Nishitetsu Ohashi Station, advising cyclists on safe practices and helmet use. The team leader emphasized the importance of demonstrating correct bicycle riding to promote safety. Source: NHK
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