{
  "id": 13107197,
  "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",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T11:36:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "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": "The Abu Dhabi Police have released a video warning about the dangers of reversing on busy roads. The footage shows accidents caused by drivers who recklessly reverse their vehicles, according to police. The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate has issued a warning about the perils of reversing vehicles, particularly when passing exits or changing lanes. They emphasized that sudden stopping and reversing on roads can confuse approaching drivers and result in hazardous collisions, leading to injuries and significant material losses.\n\nPolice advised motorists to continue driving if they miss their exit and not to attempt to reverse. Instead, they should use another exit to reach their destination safely. Violators caught reversing dangerously will face a fine of Dh500 ($136) and receive four black points on their driving record. Repeated offenses may result in a fine of Dh2,000, 23 black points, and a 60-day vehicle impoundment, as the police aim to ensure the safety of all road users.",
  "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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        "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",
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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."
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