Police give bad drivers just desserts
Rasha Abu Baker
Dubai police have fielded extra patrols to deal with the surge in traffic during the Eid holiday.
Motorists caught for running a red light or other driving offences during Eid al Fitr are in for a sweet surprise when officers hand over their ticket.
Dubai Police are to repeat last year’s successful Eid initiative by giving away 20,000 boxes of chocolates to drivers who break the law over the three-day religious festival.
“Anyone who is stopped by police for committing a traffic violation in Eid should expect a gift,” said Col Saif Muhair al Mazrouei, deputy director of the traffic department.
The chocolates will be presented with a traffic awareness brochure outlining the dangers associated with different types of offences and a special message: “We wish you a happy Eid. Thank you for complying with traffic rules and regulations so that this season passes joyfully, with no traffic accidents or violations.”
“We tried it last year and it was very successful,” said Col Mazrouei. “People really appreciated it and most importantly have learnt from it.”
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