(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)

A young man riding a motorcycle without a number plate in a dangerous manner in Al Khawaneej was arrested on Sunday, August 17, putting his life and the lives of others at risk, Dubai Police said.

The offender was found performing stunts on one wheel on the Quranic Park walkway.“Traffic patrols followed him cautiously for nearly an hour before stopping him inside a garage complex,” explained Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police.

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Checks revealed that the motorcycle was wanted for multiple accumulated violations and expired registration. The rider was referred to the competent police station for further legal investigation, and an official report of the incident was filed.

The move comes as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and curb reckless behaviour on the roads.

In Dubai, penalties for motorcycle violations include the following, several of which applied to this case.

• Driving without number plates: Dh3,000 fine, 23 black points, and vehicle impoundment for up to 90 days.

• Reckless driving or endangering others: Dh2,000 fine, 23 black points, and vehicle impoundment.

• Riding without a helmet: Dh500 fine and 4 black points.

• Exceeding the speed limit by 60 kmph: Dh2,000 fine, 12 black points, and 30-day impoundment.

• Driving below the minimum speed limit: Dh400 fine and 4 black points.

Brigadier bin Suwaidan warned against driving vehicles or riding motorcycles without a licence, or engaging in reckless and irresponsible behaviour on the roads. He stressed that the law imposes strict penalties on offenders who endanger their own lives, the lives of others, or public and private property, including vehicle impoundment, arrest, and referral to the judiciary.

He also urged parents to monitor their children, stressing that allowing minors to ride motorcycles without licences or take part in youth gatherings that involve dangerous stunts could lead to legal responsibility for guardians.“Parents have a duty to supervise their children, and a lack of awareness of their actions does not exempt them from responsibility,” he said.

Brigadier bin Suwaidan emphasised that Dubai Police officers will not tolerate such violations, underscoring their commitment to protecting road users. He called on community members to cooperate with police and report reckless acts through the“Police Eye” service on the Dubai Police Smart App or via the“We Are All Police” hotline at 901.

A young man riding a motorcycle without number plate in a dangerous manner in Al Khawaneej was arrested on Sunday, August 17, putting his life and the lives of others at risk, Dubai Police said.

The move comes as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and curb reckless behaviour on the roads.

Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, said traffic patrols spotted the rider on Sunday evening performing stunts on one wheel on the Quranic Park walkway.

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The rider was stopped, his motorcycle impounded, and he was referred to the relevant police station for legal investigation.

Brigadier bin Suwaidan warned against riding motorcycles or driving vehicles without a licence, or engaging in reckless behaviour. He stressed that the law imposes strict penalties on those who endanger their own lives, the lives of others, or public and private property. Offenders face impoundment, arrest, and referral to the judiciary.

He also urged community members to cooperate with Dubai Police and report unsafe driving through the“Police Eye” service on the Dubai Police Smart App or via the“We Are All Police” hotline at 901.

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