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Sharjah 24
24-05-2025
- Sharjah 24
SP swiftly capture driver after 3-vehicle collision
Importance of Lane Discipline Lieutenant Colonel Mohammed Abdullah Alai, Director of the Traffic and Patrols Department at Sharjah Police, highlighted that not following lane rules is one of the main causes of traffic accidents. This behaviour is very dangerous, especially on high-speed roads where limits can reach 120 km/h, making sudden lane changes a serious threat to other drivers. No Injuries Reported Colonel Abdullah Alai confirmed that, thankfully, no one was injured in the accident. However, he stressed that leaving the scene of an accident is a crime and shows a serious lack of concern for others' safety and responsibility. Legal Penalties Outlined He explained that leaving the scene of an accident is a serious traffic violation under UAE Federal Traffic Law. This can lead to up to one year in jail or a fine between AED 50,000 and AED 100,000, or both. He encouraged all drivers to follow traffic rules, stay in their lanes, and use signals when changing lanes to keep the roads safe and maintain order.
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Khaleej Times
UAE: Fujairah Police step up action against jaywalking, issue reminder of Dh400 fine
The General Command of Fujairah Police has issued a firm warning to pedestrians against crossing roads from unauthorised areas, stressing that such actions endanger their lives and the safety of other road users. The authority also urged motorists to exercise extreme caution when approaching pedestrian crossings, particularly zebra crossings, to ensure the safety of all. As part of this public safety drive, police reminded residents that the Federal Traffic and Road Law prohibits pedestrians from crossing roads outside designated areas, with violators facing a fine of Dh400. The warning comes as part of the force's ongoing efforts to enforce traffic rules, reduce pedestrian accidents, and enhance road safety for all. The latest awareness campaign, launched under the theme 'Pedestrians Have the Right to Cross Safely,' aims to educate both pedestrians and drivers on safe road behaviours. The campaign, which runs for a month, is part of the Traffic and Patrols Department's 2025 operational plan. Colonel Saleh Mohammed Abdullah Al Dhanhani, Director of the Traffic and Patrols Department at Fujairah Police, said the campaign focuses on addressing repeated violations by pedestrians who put themselves at risk by crossing from non-designated areas. 'We are witnessing a disturbing trend where pedestrians ignore safe crossing points, stepping into traffic from unsafe locations. This puts their lives and those of others in grave danger,' said Col. Al Dhanhani. 'At the same time, drivers must approach crossings carefully, slow down, and give way to pedestrians.' Col. Al Dhanhani stressed that ensuring pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility. The campaign also seeks to raise awareness among vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and people of determination, urging them to use footbridges, tunnels, and zebra crossings. Fujairah Police said the initiative supports the Ministry of Interior's strategic vision to make UAE roads safer and reduce traffic fatalities and injuries caused by negligence or unsafe behaviours. The police reiterated the need for cooperation between motorists and pedestrians, adding that enforcement of traffic laws, including fines for violations, is essential to deter reckless behavior and protect lives.
Gulf Today
02-05-2025
- Gulf Today
Sharjah motorist held for using fake licence plates, committing 137 violations exceeding Dhs104,000
Sharjah Police's security surveillance systems caught a driver who had installed fake number plates on his vehicle in an attempt to cheat traffic systems. Security follow-up revealed that the driver had committed 137 traffic violations, totaling more than Dhs104,000. Legal action was taken to record all violations on his traffic code and refer him to the public prosecution. Colonel Omar Mohammed Bu Ghanem, Deputy Director of the Traffic and Patrols Department at Sharjah Police, explained that the driver was arrested as a result of effective co-ordination between field traffic personnel and the command and control centre's team. "The vehicle was monitored by advanced security surveillance systems deployed on the emirate's internal and external roads, which enabled specialised teams to identify the vehicle whose driver had deliberately installed number plates different from those officially registered with traffic authorities in an attempt to mislead security surveillance systems," he added. "Close field monitoring helped the teams track the vehicle's route, arrest the driver and impound the vehicle," he said. "More investigations revealed that he had committed 137 violations totaling Dhs104,730," he added, noting that as many as 308 black points were recorded in his traffic file, while the vehicle's legal impoundment period exceeded 764 days. Bu Ghanem explained that certain behaviours such as installing forged number plates or obscuring number plates are not regarded simply as traffic violations but can turn into criminal cases requiring legal accountability. Through their smart monitoring and surveillance system, Sharjah Police closely monitor such violations, he said, warning of the danger of such behaviours, which pose a direct threat to the safety of roads and road users. He affirmed that Sharjah Police would not tolerate such irresponsible practices and would continue to take firm and deterrent legal action against whoever dares to violate regulations with a view to protecting lives and property and enhance the safety and stability of society.
ARN News Center
02-05-2025
- ARN News Center
Driver arrested in Sharjah for 137 violations, AED 104,000 in fines
Sharjah Police have arrested a motorist who racked up 137 traffic violations and fines totalling over AED 104,000, all while using forged licence plates to evade detection. The arrest was made after advanced surveillance systems identified the vehicle, which had deliberately mismatched plates to avoid traffic enforcement. Officials say the violations also carried 308 black points, and the car had an outstanding impoundment period of more than 764 days. Colonel Omar Mohammed Bu Ghanem, Deputy Director of the Traffic and Patrols Department at Sharjah Police, said the operation was the result of close coordination between field units and the Command and Control Room. He warned that tampering with licence plates is not only a traffic offence but a criminal act, and stressed that Sharjah Police will continue to crack down on such dangerous behaviour. — شرطة الشارقة (@ShjPolice) May 1, 2025
TAG 91.1
01-05-2025
- TAG 91.1
Driver arrested in Sharjah for 137 violations, AED 104,000 in fines
Sharjah Police have arrested a motorist who racked up 137 traffic violations and fines totalling over AED 104,000, all while using forged licence plates to evade detection. The arrest was made after advanced surveillance systems identified the vehicle, which had deliberately mismatched plates to avoid traffic enforcement. Officials say the violations also carried 308 black points, and the car had an outstanding impoundment period of more than 764 days. Colonel Omar Mohammed Bu Ghanem, Deputy Director of the Traffic and Patrols Department at Sharjah Police, said the operation was the result of close coordination between field units and the Command and Control Room. He warned that tampering with licence plates is not only a traffic offence but a criminal act, and stressed that Sharjah Police will continue to crack down on such dangerous behaviour. شرطة الشارقة تضبط سائقاً استخدم لوحات مزورة وارتكب 137 مخالفة تجاوزت قيمتها 104 آلاف درهم — شرطة الشارقة (@ShjPolice) May 1, 2025
