The provided HTML code appears to be a news article about a traffic accident caused by a distracted driver who ran a red light. Here’s a summary of the article:The provided HTML code appears to be a news article about a traffic accident caused by a distracted driver who ran a red light. Here’s a summary of the article: Headline: Abu Dhabi Police Traffic Cameras Capture Distracted Driver Causing Major Accident Summary: Abu Dhabi Police traffic cameras have captured footage of a serious traffic accident involving a distracted driver who ran a red light at an intersection. The footage shows a black SUV running the light and colliding with a white SUV that was driving in the right lane. The impact of the collision was severe, causing the black SUV to spin twice before coming to a stop. The front of the black SUV was heavily damaged. Important Information: * Running a red light in Abu Dhabi is a serious traffic violation punishable by a hefty fine of Dh1,000, 12 black points, and a 30-day vehicle impoundment. * Motorists are reminded to always pay attention to traffic signals and avoid distractions while driving. * According to a recent report, most road accidents in the UAE are caused by traffic violations, and the number of deaths due to misconduct by motorists has increased by 3%. Additional Information: The article also embeds a 31-second video clip of the accident captured by police traffic cameras. It includes a quote from Abu Dhabi Police urging motorists to stay alert and avoid distractions while driving. The article concludes with a reminder that neglecting to pay attention in such situations can lead to traffic accidents with potentially fatal consequences.
Screenshots: X/ Abu Dhabi Police
Published: Friday, July 19, 2024, 4:48 PM
Abu Dhabi Police traffic cameras captured a serious traffic accident caused by a distracted driver who ignored a red light and did not stop at an intersection.
In the 31-second clip shared by police on Friday, a black SUV can be seen running a traffic light as it drives past the intersection.
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The black SUV, apparently distracted, failed to see the white SUV approaching from the other side. The black SUV was unable to avoid a collision and was struck by the white SUV that was driving in the right lane. The impact was so hard that the driver lost control, causing his vehicle to spin twice before coming to a stop.
The front of the car was destroyed after being hit by the other vehicle.
Watch the video below:
Running a red light is a serious traffic violation punishable by a hefty fine of Dh1,000, 12 black points and a 30-day vehicle impoundment. In Abu Dhabi, motorists must pay Dh50,000 to free their vehicle. If the fine is not paid within three months, the vehicle will be auctioned.
Authorities also stated that the fine for distracted and reckless driving is Dh800 and 4 traffic points.
Motorists were reminded to always pay attention to traffic lights when stopping at an intersection. Drivers were urged not to use their phones while driving. Motorists were advised to avoid distractions and concentrate while driving, and to ensure that they fully concentrate to be alert to traffic signals. Neglecting to pay attention in such situations can lead to traffic accidents, often resulting in fatalities and serious injuries.
According to a recent report, most road accidents in the UAE are caused by traffic violations, with the number of deaths increasing by 3 percent due to ‘misconduct’ by motorists.
The recently uploaded ‘open data’ on road safety statistics for 2023 from the Ministry of the Interior (MOI) shows that there were 352 road deaths across the country in 2023.
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