88 people died, 922 injured in accidents in Dubai this year
The main reason behind fatal accidents was sudden swerving by motorists, officer says
Atotal of 88 people died and 922 others were injured in traffic accidents on Dubai roads till the end of July this year, Gulf News has learnt.
Brigadier Saif Muhair Al Mazroui, director of Dubai Police’s Traffic Department, said crashes involving vehicles caused the deaths of 44 people on Dubai roads.
“There were 1,420 traffic accidents on Dubai roads this year until the end of July and 44 people were killed in vehicle crashes. Drivers should pay more attention to the road while driving and keep a safe distance between the vehicles,” Brig Al Mazroui said.
According to the latest police stats, 2,668 vehicles were involved in the accidents and 88 people were seriously injured, 339 suffered moderate injuries and 495 others minor injuries.
Brig Al Mazroui said the main reason behind deaths in
Sudden swerving caused 342 accidents and caused the deaths of 28 people and injuries to 373 others. The penalties for the offence are Dh1,000 fine and four black points.
accidents is sudden swerving though several awareness campaigns have been held to warn drivers about its dangers.
“It is a dangerous offence though motorists think it is not,” Brig Al Mazroui added.
Sudden swerving caused 342 accidents and caused the deaths of 28 people and injuries to 373 others.
The penalties for sudden swerving are Dh1,000 and four black points.
Police once again urged motorists to give priority to pedestrians at crossings and asked people to cross roads only from designated areas. As many as 23 pedestrians were killed in runover accidents this year.
“Drivers still commit serious offences like using the mobile phone while driving or not keeping to the lanes meant for light vehicles.”