As many as 28,662 fines were issued in Dubai last year as a Dubai police programme allows members of the public to report traffic violations.
Another 21,283 fines were issued after offences were reported by Dubai police officers while an additional 8,256 fines were issued against drivers caught breaking the law on CCTV surveillance cameras across the emirate.
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Brig Saif Al Mazrouei, head of Dubai Police’s Traffic Department said “We Are All Police” programme enables public members to take part in ensuring the safety and security of Dubai roads.
He said, “This is by reporting reckless drivers and traffic violations easily via Dubai Police smart app or by calling Dubai Police’s call centre 901. Traffic experts first verify the report, check cameras, and contact violators to warn them before issuing any fines.”
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Brig Saif said only reports filed by police officers result in the immediate issuance of fines adding, “Our police officers can also report violations using the app or calling the command centre and in this case, the fine will be issued immediately without verification.”
The senior officer warned that legal action will be taken against people who misuse the service and urged the public to continue to help the force in ensuring the safety of the emirate’s roads by reporting offences that may happen to them or to others through the programme.
