Dubai Police have taken swift action against a motorist caught performing dangerous stunts and driving recklessly in the Al Marmoom area during a rainfall.
Despite repeated warnings urging the public to exercise caution and follow traffic laws during adverse weather conditions, the driver engaged in hazardous activities such as drifting and stunt driving, posing significant threats to public safety.
According to Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Acting Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operations Affairs at Dubai Police, patrol teams observed and promptly intervened in the situation. The vehicle was confiscated, and the driver was fined in accordance with Federal Traffic and Road Laws.
Under Decree No. 30 of 2023, the driver must pay AED 50,000 to recover the impounded vehicle and clear any outstanding fines.
Al Mazrouei reiterated the authorities’ zero-tolerance policy towards reckless driving, emphasizing the potential legal and financial consequences for violators. He stressed that such behaviors endanger lives and disrupt road safety, with offenders facing severe penalties, including prosecution.
