Increased Civic Engagement Against Road Aggression: Hundreds of Reports Flood Varna Police
VARNA – In less than a month, Varna residents have submitted over 120 reports of violations of the Road Traffic Act, demonstrating a high level of cooperation with law enforcement in the fight against road aggression. The initiative, named "Recording Without Compromise", was launched on August 18 of this year and has already yielded visible results by September 10. This civic surge highlights society's growing impatience with reckless behavior on the road.
Data provided by the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Varna reveals the campaign's scale. Since its start, a total of 121 reports have been registered from citizens who have documented dangerous maneuvers, creating a risk for other road users. The police response was immediate, with protocols for warnings issued in 54 of the cases, in accordance with Article 65 of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Act. This shows that the authorities are approaching even minor violations with the necessary strictness, as they can escalate into serious incidents.
The fact that administrative and penal proceedings have been initiated for 67 of the reports is particularly telling. This is proof that a large number of the documented violations did not remain at the warning level but led to the start of official procedures. Seven of these proceedings have already been finalized, while the rest are being actively worked on. Five of the reports that were outside the jurisdiction of the local directorate were forwarded to other regional directorates based on their competence, which ensures that not a single submitted report will go unnoticed.
The analysis of the collected data reveals a worrying picture of the most common violations on the roads of Varna. Among them are:
- dangerous maneuvers when changing lanes
- reckless drifting on the road
- running a red light
- failing to yield to pedestrians
In many of the cases, drivers have deliberately ignored the road sign "Stop! Yield to road users with priority!", creating an immediate danger of incidents. These actions constitute not only legal violations but also a display of profound disrespect for the life and safety of others.
The main goal of the initiative "Recording Without Compromise" is prevention, not just the imposition of sanctions. It aims, through joint efforts, to reduce the number of severe road incidents and build a lasting culture of responsibility and tolerance on the road. This success is a direct result of the combined actions of citizens who use the online platform "Submit a Report to RD-MIA – Varna" and demonstrates the strong partnership between institutions and society. The campaign serves as a vivid example of how modern technology and civic vigilance can contribute to greater safety for all.
September 11, 2025