Police have issued a warning to young people planning to engage in car racing calling on them to desist from the dangerous sport.
Police in a statement said: “As we usher into the Christmas and New Year festivities, the office of the Inspector General of Police wishes to remind the public that due care must be employed in the handling of fireworks and explosives.
“The public is further advised to seek clearance for the use of heavy explosives and fireworks from the Gambia Fire and Rescue Services before using them at public places.
“Furthermore, fireworks and explosives must not be lit around risk prone public places such as electric poles, markets, car parks among others to avert unforeseen circumstances.
“Similarly, the general public particularly young people are hereby warned to desist from joy riding and car racing along public roads and places during the festivities.
“The Inspector General’s Office wishes all Christians a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year in advance.”
