Dubai Police have detained a driver and impounded his car with a release fee of AED 50,000 after his reckless stunts on a highway endangered the lives of other motorists.
A video posted by Dubai Police showed the driver speeding and swerving suddenly, weaving between vehicles, and overtaking from the road shoulder.
Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, explained that these behaviours rank among the most serious traffic violations, noting that any "sudden swerve or loss of control may cause the vehicle to overturn or lead to severe collisions resulting in fatalities and serious injuries".
He added that overtaking from the road shoulder is a grave offence as it is designated for emergency vehicles. "Misusing it can lead to serious accidents and puts the lives of road users at risk."
The officer urged the public to report such dangerous behaviours through the "Police Eye" service or by contacting the "We Are All Police" service on 901.
#News | Dubai Police apprehends Driver for Reckless and Dangerous Driving
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) May 15, 2026
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