Dubai Police seize 408 scooters, bikes in gold souk crackdown

Dubai Police have apprehended 408 electric scooters, e-bikes, and bicycles in a recent crackdown within the Gold Souk area. The initiative, led by the Naif Police Station in collaboration with the General Department of Traffic, aimed to curb unsafe riding practices and improve adherence to traffic regulations. The enforcement measures were complemented by public awareness activities to discourage behaviors that could endanger riders, pedestrians, and other road users.

Out of the seized vehicles, 300 electric scooters, 50 electric bicycles, and 58 bicycles were identified as being in violation of traffic rules. Legal actions were taken against the offenders as part of Dubai Police's commitment to enhancing road safety and minimizing the risk of accidents and injuries. Brigadier Omar Mousa Ashour, Director of Naif Police Station, emphasized the importance of raising traffic awareness among all road users as a key strategy to reduce accidents and achieve the highest road safety standards.

The campaign not only focused on enforcement but also educated e-scooter and bicycle users about traffic regulations, the significance of using designated lanes and riding areas, and the necessity of wearing appropriate protective gear. A total of 932 people were reached through the campaign's awareness activities. Brigadier Ashour urged riders to strictly follow traffic rules, utilize designated paths, and wear personal protective equipment while riding.

He warned that operating scooters and bicycles in unauthorized areas could create confusion for motorists and escalate accident risks. The campaign is part of Dubai Police's ongoing commitment to improving road safety, enforcing traffic laws, and safeguarding all road users from preventable accidents.