During the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, Sharjah Police seized 106 vehicles and nine motorbikes for serious traffic violations that endangered road users, as announced on Thursday.
Police reports indicated that offenses included excessive noise, causing disturbances, reckless driving, and operating vehicles without a valid license.
Authorities highlighted the significant risks these actions posed to public safety. They assured that patrols and monitoring would be intensified across the emirate, with legal actions taken against violators to ensure road safety during festive periods.
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Fujairah Police also cracked down on reckless driving and safety violations during the Eid Al Etihad holiday, arresting several individuals.
Sixteen young men were referred to the Public Prosecution for dangerous and reckless behavior during the UAE National Day, endangering their lives and others’ safety, according to the authorities.
From November 28 to December 2, authorities stepped up security and monitoring, seizing 27 vehicles for traffic rule violations. The emirate recorded 270 traffic accidents during this period, with 269 being minor and one causing injuries.
Meanwhile, Dubai Police impounded 49 vehicles and 25 motorcycles, issuing 3,153 traffic violations during the 54th UAE National Day celebrations due to dangerous driving. They noted that some drivers exploit national holidays to engage in reckless driving, risking their lives and others’.
