{
  "id": 14165185,
  "title": "Dubai parked car hit-and-run: How to report damage, insurance claims and costs",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/dubai-parked-car-hit-and-run-how-to-report-damage-insurance-claims",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T08:45:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/dubai-parked-car-damage-unknown-driver-police-report-1.500708598"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Discovering damage to your parked car in Dubai can be a stressful experience. While reporting the incident to Dubai Police is relatively simple, the aftermath can involve additional costs and bureaucracy. The Dh420 reporting fee is just the start; your insurance policy will determine the final bill. If you have comprehensive coverage, your insurance should cover the damage, but you may still face an insurance excess payment. In cases where the damage is not covered by insurance, you could be responsible for the entire repair bill, which could range from Dh250 to Dh3,500 or more, depending on the extent and parts involved. It's crucial to gather evidence, such as photos of the damage and any potential witnesses, before leaving the scene. Reporting to the Dubai Police app or petrol stations with CCTV cameras increases the likelihood of identifying the unknown driver.",
  "summary": "Dubai: You return to your parked car after shopping or work, only to discover a dent, deep scratch or damaged bumper. There is no note on the windscreen, no sign of the other driver and nobody who witnessed the incident. While reporting the damage to Dubai Police is relatively straightforward, dealing with the aftermath can be more complicated. Even if you were not responsible for the accident,…",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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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."
}