{
  "id": 13102300,
  "title": "Abu Dhabi Police share video warning about dangers of reversing on busy roads",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/abu-dhabi-police-share-video-warning-about-dangers-of-reversing-on",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T11:36:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/10/09/abu-dhabi-police-share-video-warning-about-dangers-of-reversing-on-busy-roads/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Police in Abu Dhabi have released a video to highlight the hazards of reversing on busy roads. The footage, posted on social media platform X, demonstrates accidents stemming from drivers engaging in dangerous reversing maneuvers. The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate cautioned about the perils of reversing vehicles, particularly when approaching exits or altering lanes. They emphasized that sudden stops and reversals on roads can create confusion among oncoming drivers, potentially resulting in hazardous collisions causing injuries and financial losses. Authorities advised motorists to proceed with their journey if they missed their intended exit, warning against attempting to reverse. Instead, they should seek alternative exits to reach their destination safely. Those caught reversing recklessly could face a fine of Dh500 ($136) and incur four black points on their driving record. Repeat offenders may receive an additional fine of Dh2,000 ($544), 23 black points, and have their vehicle impounded for 60 days due to endangering public safety.",
  "summary": "Police in Abu Dhabi have shared a video to emphasise the risks involved in reversing on busy roads. The footage, shared on X, shows accidents caused by \" drivers dangerously reversing their vehicles\", police said. The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate issued a warning about the \"dangers of reversing vehicles, especially when passing exits or changing lanes, confirming that sudden stopping…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Abu Dhabi Police share video warning about dangers of reversing on busy roads",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/abu-dhabi-police-share-video-warning-about-dangers-of-reversing-on-13107197",
        "published": "2026-10-09T11:36:02.000Z"
      }
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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."
}