{
  "id": 5560049,
  "title": "Abu Dhabi Police release pile-up video to warn drivers about rubbernecking risks",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/abu-dhabi-police-release-pile-up-video-to-warn-drivers-about",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-04T12:23:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/09/04/abu-dhabi-police-release-pile-up-video-to-warn-drivers-about-rubbernecking-risks/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Abu Dhabi Police have released a video of a series of traffic accidents that occurred following a two-vehicle collision on a major road. The footage demonstrates how stopping in the middle of the road and failing to clear the scene of an accident can result in dangerous pile-ups within seconds. The initial collision brought traffic to a halt, causing other drivers to slow down or stop to gaze at the scene, leading to secondary collisions as vehicles approached them.\n\nMoreover, the video captured motorists exiting their vehicles in the middle of the road, using flashing lights to signal other traffic to stop, but instead obstructing the road. Abu Dhabi Police stressed that stopping in the middle of the road for any reason poses a serious risk to all road users. In the United Arab Emirates, rubbernecking is an offense that can incur a fine of Dh1,000 ($272). Officials emphasized that slowing down or stopping to observe an incident is a major cause of secondary crashes, as it can distract other drivers and disrupt traffic flow.\n\nDrivers involved in an accident are advised to move their vehicle to the nearest exit or a safe location, rather than remaining stopped in a lane. Clearing the road promptly helps protect those involved in the initial incident and other motorists. If a vehicle cannot be moved after a collision, drivers should contact the Command and Control Centre at 999 for assistance. Prompt reporting of accidents enables authorities to respond more swiftly, prevent the situation from worsening, and maintain traffic flow. Drivers are reminded to remain in a safe location and wait for the authorities to arrive, rather than trying to manage the situation in the midst of traffic. Additionally, drivers have been urged to maintain their focus while driving.",
  "summary": "Abu Dhabi Police have released footage of a series of traffic accidents that unfolded after a two-vehicle crash on a main road. The video highlights how stopping in the middle of the road and failing to clear the site of an accident can lead to dangerous collisions within seconds. The initial crash brought traffic to a halt, with other motorists slowing or stopping to look at the scene as other…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Abu Dhabi Police release pile-up video to warn drivers about rubbernecking risks",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/abu-dhabi-police-release-pile-up-video-to-warn-drivers-about-5560485",
        "published": "2026-09-04T12:23:46.000Z"
      }
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  },
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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."
}