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Driver jailed for traffic violations

ManamaA heavy truck driver set a new record in jumping red lights in one year, ignoring signals on 12 occasions. He was sentenced to three months by the Lower Criminal Court along with BD500 fine. 

The Asian man, aged 31, was serving a local transportation company, driving a big truck, according to court files. The defendant confirmed the accusations against him by the police, and the court ordered to suspend his license for one year. 

The verdict against him also included an order to expel him from the country after he completes his jail term.