{
  "id": 13087950,
  "title": "Video: Abu Dhabi Police warn against reversing after missing exits, Dh500 fine",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/video-abu-dhabi-police-warn-against-reversing-after-missing-exits",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T09:49:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/video-abu-dhabi-police-warn-against-reversing-after-missing-exits-dh500-fine-1.500704428"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Abu Dhabi Police, in collaboration with the Monitoring and Control Centre, have released video footage highlighting the dangers of motorists reversing recklessly on roads. The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate has issued a stern warning against such behavior, especially when drivers miss exits or diversions. Sudden stops and reversing on roads can create confusion for motorists behind, potentially resulting in severe collisions, injuries, and property damage. The authority urges motorists to continue driving and utilize the next available exit to reach their destination safely, rather than attempting to reverse. Driving dangerously, including reversing, can lead to penalties such as a Dh500 fine and four black points on the driver's record. More serious offenses involving actions that threaten lives or property may result in a Dh2,000 fine, 23 black points, and a 60-day vehicle impoundment for light vehicles.",
  "summary": "Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Police, in cooperation with the Monitoring and Control Centre, have released footage of traffic accidents caused by motorists reversing dangerously on roads to raise awareness of the risks this behaviour poses to road users. The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate warned against reversing vehicles, particularly after missing exits or diversions. Get updated faster and…",
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        "outlet": "The National Business",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}