BLITAR – The illegal street racing crackdown in Blitar is intensifying as police step up late-night patrols to prevent dangerous racing and control disruptive group convoys in Sanankulon district.

Authorities have identified several roads as high-risk areas where groups of young riders often gather, especially when traffic is light at night. These conditions make it easier for illegal races to take place, increasing the risk of accidents and public disturbance.

In response, officers from Sanankulon Police now conduct routine patrols across vulnerable routes. They focus on poorly lit and quieter roads that frequently attract illegal racing and group gatherings.

Aiptu Rudi Sudjarwo, head of the Samapta unit, said officers aim to prevent incidents before they happen. Increased police presence, he added, helps discourage participants from organizing races.

“We deliberately patrol areas often used for illegal racing, such as the Sanankulon city border intersection and Gita Puri junction, along with other potential hotspots,” he said.

In addition to racing, police are also monitoring possible convoys involving martial arts groups that often pass through the same routes. Uncontrolled convoys can disrupt public order and create concern among local residents.

Officers carry out patrols regularly, especially during peak hours between late evening and early morning. At the same time, they monitor conditions on the ground and communicate with nearby residents to maintain security.

Rudi stressed that community involvement remains essential to prevent illegal activities. He urged residents to report any signs of street racing or convoy movements that could threaten public safety.

“We expect the public to report such activities quickly so we can respond and prevent further disturbances,” he said.

Police believe consistent patrols, combined with public cooperation, will gradually reduce illegal racing. They also hope these efforts will improve road safety and restore a sense of security for the community.