Sharjah: Sharjah Police confiscated 1,930 motorcycles and bicycles in 2019 following traffic violations during 2019, compared to 800 two-wheelers in 2018.
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The seizures were made in in both residential and industrial areas.
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Lieutenant Colonel Abdul Rahman Khatr, Director of Traffic Awareness and Media Section of Sharjah Police, said: “The campaign aims to stop cyclists and motorcyclists from riding against oncoming traffic as well as in prohibited areas such as highways.”
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A number of cyclists and motorcyclists get involved in road accidents as they do not follow traffic rules.
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Bicycles of violating cyclists will be permanently confiscated, Sharjah Police officials have warned.
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Lt Col Khatr said the police carry out their campaigns to cover all roads, especially during peak morning traffic hours.
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“Most of those who move around on bicycles in industrial areas are violating the law,” he said.
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The crackdown will also focus on cyclists and motorcyclists who do not wear helmets and fluorescent safety jackets, as required by law, at night.
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Lt Col Khatr urged the public to contact the police on 901 if they notice any traffic violations.
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