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Police in Solomon Islands are investigating a traffic incident involving an officer who drove a police vehicle without a driving licence.
The Director National Traffic Department, Superintendent William Foufaka, said it is alleged the incident occurred when the officer was driving west direction trying to avoid another vehicle when it veered off the driving path and mounted a roundabout.
He said an investigation is underway into the incident which occurred on December 12.
Foufaka said the investigation will look into who permitted the officer to drive the vehicle without a driving licence and government permit.
"As investigation into this matter continues, I appeal to officers who do not have driving licences and government permits to stop driving government vehicles. This also applies to other government workers," said Foufaka.
"This is not really good for us officers. Remember that nobody is above the law so let the law take its side to deal with such actions.