Video: Abu Dhabi Police warn against dangerous behaviours at Darb toll gate
Some drivers stop unjustifiably on the shoulder of the road while waiting for specific periods when tolls are not charged, posing a risk to the safety of road users and negatively affecting the traffic flow traffic, it said.
It noted that it had observed dangerous behaviours, including sudden swerving, obstruction of traffic and unauthorised entry into public bus stops.
The directorate urged drivers to abide by traffic laws and regulations and avoid committing violations such as wrong parking and obstruction of traffic, as a fine of Dhs500 would be imposed on each of these violations.
Sudden deviation is considered as a serious traffic violation and a fine of Dhs1,000 plus 4 black points would be imposed on offenders, while using designated bus lanes or stops will incur a fine of Dhs400, in accordance with the provisions of the ministerial resolution no. 178 for 2017 regarding traffic control rules and procedures, it said.
Abu Dhabi Police stated that these behaviours were monitored through the smart systems and legal action will be taken against offenders so as to maintain the safety of road users and ensure smooth traffic flow.
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