By Nginyu CharityThe Senior Divisional Officer of Mfoundi, Emmanuel Mariel Djikdent has halted the routine road control operation by municipal agents in Yaounde after a commercial bike interception turned fatal, resulting in the loss of two lives.The incident occurred when municipal agents attempted to confiscate a motorcycle, leading to a confrontation that ended in tragedy.According to reports, the fatal clash unfolded when municipal agents from Yaoundé 1 stopped a motorcyclist for an alleged violation. Demanding an exorbitant fine, the agents refused to release the motorcycle despite the driver's offer of a lower amount.As tensions escalated, the motorcyclist attempted to evade the control, ultimately colliding with a truck belonging to the company SUPERMONT.The collision claimed the lives of both the motorcyclist and his passenger, sparking outrage among the community, particularly commercial bike riders.Responding to the incident, the SDO of Mfoundi, issued a directive halting all road contr ol activities by municipal agents.Djikdent emphasized that public safety and order are the responsibility of law enforcement agencies, not municipal authorities. He condemned the incident, stressing the need to avoid such tragic occurrences in the future.Tensions between municipal agents and commercial bike riders are not uncommon, with accusations of extortion and lack of discipline on both sides.While municipal agents cite issues of non-compliance and unregulated operation by mototaxi drivers, the latter often express grievances regarding excessive fines and harassment.Source: Cameroon News Agency