According to the force, jaywalkers or those who commit other serious pedestrian offenses could see themselves issued court summons.

Violations in the crosshairs include crossing the road during a red light, crossing the road within 15 meters of a pedestrian crossing but not using it, as well as climbing over curbside fences or traversing through median strips.

Police said during the operation to combat traffic violations, officers handed out a total of 845 fixed penalty tickets, along with issuing 23 court summons to jaywalkers.

Under the Road Traffic (Traffic Control) Regulations, pedestrians who cross a road without regard to the traffic light signal is liable to a fine of HK$2,000.