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Bikers arrested for dangerous stunts on Abu Dhabi bridge

Tuesday, 23 August 2022 13:33

By ARN News Staff

A group of bikers have been arrested in Abu Dhabi after a video of their dangerous stunts on Sheikh Zayed bridge was posted on social media.

The footage showed the bikers ride along the top arch of the bridge.

Abu Dhabi Police said the bikers broke traffic laws and endangered their own lives and those of other road users by performing those reckless acts.

They have been referred to higher authorities for legal action.

The authority reminded bikers to follow traffic rules and to refrain from performing and posting such stunts online.

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