Abu Dhabi Police release video of reckless driving incident
9 May 2025 15:23
ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
Abu Dhabi Police, in collaboration with the Control and Follow-up Centre, have released a video highlighting a driver who recklessly overtook on the road's shoulder. This dangerous manoeuvre involved failing to maintain a safe distance, thereby putting other motorists at risk.
.@ADPoliceHQ release video of #recklessdriving incident
Read more: https://t.co/caqBpdYzRd #AletihadNewsCenter #AbuDhabiPolice pic.twitter.com/lpXwOgN9at — Aletihad English (@AletihadEn) May 9, 2025
The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate of Abu Dhabi Police has urged all drivers and road users to refrain from overtaking on the road's shoulder. The shoulder of the road is reserved for emergencies and is crucial for allowing emergency vehicles to reach accident sites quickly, provide first aid to the injured, and potentially save lives.
According to Article 42 of the Federal Traffic Law, overtaking on the road's shoulder is subject to a fine of AED 1,000 and the issuance of six traffic points.
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