Dubai Police confiscate 656 scooters in Al Barsha in 2024
This statistic was revealed following an inspection visit at Al Barsha Police Station conducted by Maj-Gen Harib Mohammed Al Shamsi, deputy commander-in-chief for Criminal Affairs, as part of the annual inspection program for general departments and police stations.
Al Shamsi reviewed initiatives of Al Barsha Police Station and also evaluated security coverage in the area, as well as average emergency response time, traffic accident fatality and crime rates.
The inspection revealed a 100 per cent presence rate for on-duty officers at reporting locations, successfully meeting its target.
Al Shamsi also focused on operations aimed at enhancing road safety, mitigating negative traffic behaviors, and apprehending violators through checkpoints established across various areas within the station's jurisdiction. The 656 scooters confiscated last year were due to traffic law violations committed by the riders, he noted.
Meanwhile, in April this year, Dubai announced the launch of a special unit focused on monitoring violations by cyclists and e-scooter riders. The new Personal Mobility Monitoring Unit was created to improve traffic safety on cycling and e-scooter tracks while ensuring compliance with all relevant safety standards.
Launched through a collaboration between the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police, the unit is tasked to oversee adherence to traffic rules, managing the flow of traffic on cycling lanes, and promoting public awareness of safe riding practices.
It can be noted that last year, Dubai saw 254 accidents related to bicycles and e-scooters, resulting in 10 deaths and 259 injuries, including 17 severe injuries, 133 moderate injuries, and 109 minor injuries.
The issue of electric bikes and e-scooters being recklessly operated by unlicensed teenagers is one of the main concerns of UAE residents. Several parents and concerned residents have raised the issue of seeing some minors navigating busy roads and traffic lanes with little to no experience, often ignoring traffic laws and without any parental supervision.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Khaleej Times
4 minutes ago
- Khaleej Times
Sharjah businessman abducted in Kerala, Dh500,000 demanded in ransom
A UAE-based businessman has been allegedly kidnapped from his hometown in the southern Indian state of Kerala, according to Malayalam media reports. The man, who runs a pharmacy chain in Sharjah, was reportedly abducted on Thursday night while he was on a short visit to the country. Malayalam media 24News reported that a WhatsApp call demanding ransom of more than half a million dirham was placed to the man's business partner on Wednesday morning. During the call, which came from the abductee's personal phone, the perpetrators also demanded that the police complaint registered by his wife be dropped. The man, who lives in the UAE with his family, was visiting India for 10 days and had landed in Kerala on August 4. CCTV footage of the incident shows a group of people waiting for the entrepreneur in a SUV and stopping him as he arrived in his motorcycle. He was then forcibly taken inside the vehicle before it sped off. Similarly, last month, a Dubai-based businessman was kidnapped in Bangalore by his ex-girlfriend and her associates for a ransom of more than Dh1 million. The man, who was held captive for seven days, managed to alert neighbors and was later rescued by local police. Four suspects were apprehended.
Khaleej Times
34 minutes ago
- Khaleej Times
Dubai: 3 women arrested for performing illegal cosmetic procedures at apartment
The Dubai Police have arrested three women for illegally practicing medicine and carrying out cosmetic procedures without a licence in a residential apartment. Authorities said the operations posed serious risks to public safety and breached the UAE's laws. The Anti-Economic Crime Department made the arrests in cooperation with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). The police said they received a tip-off about suspicious activities at the apartment. After confirming the information, officers carried out a raid, seizing medical equipment and unlicensed medications. The suspects have been referred to the public prosecution for legal action. Officials warned that performing medical and cosmetic work in unlicensed locations endangers the health and safety of clients. Dubai Police urged residents to seek treatment only from licensed facilities, verify the credentials of service providers, and avoid offers that could put their lives at risk. The public was also encouraged to report illegal medical activities through the 'Police Eye' service or by calling 901. Dubai Police reaffirmed their commitment to fighting unlicensed medical practices and enhancing community safety.
Khaleej Times
3 hours ago
- Khaleej Times
Domestic abuse, cheating: Sharjah counsellors help couples resolve marital conflicts
Just a day after launching the family support initiative at the Indian Association Sharjah (IAS) early this month, members received a distress call from Buhaira Police Station. The police informed the IAS that they had received an email from a woman on the verge of taking her own life. 'It was around 8pm, and we had all logged out and gone home. But this was an important case to be solved,' said Yousuf Sagheer, managing committee member at IAS. 'We immediately gathered at the association office and prepared to receive her.' Marriage in crisis When the woman arrived, counsellors held one-on-one sessions with her to understand the situation. She alleged that her husband was having an extramarital affair and described herself as feeling emotionally abandoned. Their only child was staying in India. 'We also called the husband in and spoke to him separately,' said Sagheer. 'He told us that his wife had become insecure and possessive over the years. They had been married for 23 years, but he wanted a divorce. She was terrified he would go through with it.' The counsellors spent hours mediating between the two. Eventually, they convinced both sides to have open conversations and to involve their son in the dialogue. 'Today, they are not fully healed, but they are doing great. Our counsellors are constantly in touch with them. It's still a work in progress,' said Sagheer. Nissar Thalangara, president of IAS, said the case reflected why R.I.S.E. (Reach, Inspire, Support, Empower) was launched in the first place. 'We are happy to avert a tragedy. Now, at least, there is hope and an ongoing effort to keep the family together,' he said. Clash of egos In another case, a husband and wife approached the association with constant arguments over decision-making at home. 'It wasn't about money or infidelity, it was ego,' said Sagheer. 'The husband felt his wife challenged his authority in front of relatives and friends and the wife felt he dismissed her opinions about family matters.' The couple's disagreements escalated to the point where they stopped speaking for weeks. 'We sat them down, one by one, and made them realise that ego is a silent destroyer in relationships,' said Sagheer. 'After three sessions, they agreed to start small sharing meals together again, going for evening walks.' Thalangara mentioned that such cases, are equally damaging if left unaddressed. 'A marriage can break down not just because of abuse or affairs, but also because of refusing to compromise,' he said. Since its launch on August 2, R.I.S.E. has already registered close to 30 cases in less than two weeks. The majority are related to marital disputes and finance, but others involve job-related conflicts, child custody battles, and domestic abuse. 'We have 25 trained counsellors, including those from the two schools we manage, with over 16,000 students,' said Thalangara. 'On Saturdays, more than eight counsellors are present on site. Every session is one-on-one and completely confidential.' Why confidentiality matters? 'People share very private details with us, financial troubles, personal habits, intimate concerns,' said Thalangara. 'If they don't trust us to keep it private, they won't come forward. That's why we stress confidentiality in every case.' The members and the counsellors at the association said that trust is the foundation of their work. 'Once they know their problems will not be discussed outside the counselling room, they open up. That's when real solutions can begin,' said one of the counsellors. Collaboration with authorities IAS works closely with the Indian Consulate in Dubai and the Sharjah Police's Community Preventive and Protection Department. Cases requiring legal or official intervention, such as child passport disputes or unresolved domestic violence, are referred to the appropriate bodies. 'The police have asked us to take on domestic abuse and related cases and direct them to the right authorities,' said Thalangara. 'We also have a legal department to advise on employment disputes or contractual issues.' 'Seek our help' Thalangara said the encouraging response so far proves the need for such a platform in the community. 'We are happy with the way people are trusting us. The fact that they are coming forward means they want to live a happier life,' he said. 'Sometimes, just having someone to listen is all a person needs to take the first step toward resolution. We may not solve every problem overnight, but we can at least give them relief and a plan to move forward,' added Thalangara. For now, the association plans to continue the weekly Saturday sessions, but if needed in the future, they are ready to add more days. 'Every case is different, some require just one meeting, others take months. But what matters is that we are here, ready to listen and ready to act.'
