{
  "id": 13117347,
  "title": "Video: Driver jumps red light, crashes head-on into another car in Sharjah",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/video-driver-jumps-red-light-crashes-head-on-into-another-car-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T12:24:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/video-driver-jumps-red-light-crashes-head-on-into-another-car-in-sharjah-1.500704639"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a video shared by Sharjah Police, a driver is seen running a red light before crashing head-on into another vehicle, underscoring the severe repercussions of disregarding traffic signals. The incident serves as a stark reminder of how a moment of impatience can lead to a grave road accident. The police issued a stern warning through the video, emphasizing that disobeying traffic signals can transform a brief lapse in judgment into an entirely preventable catastrophe. They urged motorists to adhere strictly to traffic signals and maintain vigilance on the roads, stressing that road safety is a collective responsibility. Under UAE traffic laws, drivers who ignore red lights face a hefty Dh1,000 fine, 12 penalty points on their driving license, and the impoundment of their vehicle for a period of 30 days. Sharjah Police reiterated the critical importance of respecting traffic signals and staying alert while driving, in order to safeguard all road users, including drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.",
  "summary": "Sharjah: Sharjah Police have warned motorists against running red lights after sharing a video showing a car jumping a traffic signal and crashing head-on into another vehicle, highlighting the potentially devastating consequences of reckless driving. The footage shows a motorist driving through a red light before colliding head-on with another vehicle, illustrating how a moment of impatience can…",
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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."
}