Sharjah Police video shows sedan crash as distraction kills 22
Sharjah: Distracted driving was linked to 22 of Sharjah’s 33 road deaths in 2025, accounting for about two-thirds of all traffic fatalities in the emirate, Sharjah Police said as they renewed warnings to motorists against losing concentration behind the wheel. The warning came as police released CCTV footage showing a sedan being driven recklessly before it rammed into a traffic island and…
Sharjah Police have released a CCTV video of a reckless sedan crash that killed 22 people, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving. According to police, driver distraction caused 22 deaths and 338 injuries in 2025, accounting for more than half of Sharjah's 33 road fatalities. The footage, shot at night by the police operations center, shows the sedan swerving, hitting a traffic island, and coming to rest on the main road.
Police emphasized that distracted driving encompasses various actions like using a mobile phone or adjusting vehicle controls, urging motorists to stay focused and adhere to traffic rules. The fine for distracted driving in Sharjah is Dh800, as authorities intensify efforts to curb such dangerous behavior and protect road users.
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