The road speed test for LTI 20/20 TruCAM II, a laser speed detection device, was conducted in the Tai Lam Section of the Castle Peak Road on March 10 and 17. The test was conducted by officers from the Law Revision and Projects Division of the Traffic Branch Headquarters (TBHQ), frontline officers of regional traffic formations, as well as academia partners from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST).

Arranged by TBHQ, Professor Emeritus of HKUST Dr Tam Wing-yim and his research team were assisted by 36 officers from five regional traffic formations, including Provida operators and TruCAM II operators, in conducting the test. To ensure the accuracy and reliability of this equipment, a total of 335 test rounds were completed in two days. Each round involved safe driving at high speed with a distance of three kilometres.

The officers assisted the HKUST research team in meeting the testing requirements and obtaining scientific data that could be used as a solid basis for the Court’s future assessment and reference. The collaboration between TBHQ and the academia not only marked a milestone for laser speed detection enforcement, but also demonstrated the notable support from the academia for police work.

As the enhanced version of its predecessor TruCAM I, TruCAM II is not only capable of photographing, video recording and storing speed violation data, but it also features a much larger screen, a significant pixel enhancement and a much clearer night mode. Moreover, with a battery life of a minimum of 10 hours, TruCAM II is expected to be welcomed by frontline traffic officers for enhancing operational efficiency.

Following the road speed test, HKUST laboratory will process the data and provide reports to the Force.

TBHQ coordinates the road speed test with the full support of officers from five regional traffic formations.