Police in Abu Dhabi have taken to social media to highlight the dangers of sudden swerving on the roads, which is one of the major causes of traffic accidents.
They have tweeted a video of an accident caused by a motorist who swiftly cuts lanes to take an illegal right turn at an intersection.
It’s part of ongoing efforts to raise awareness about traffic safety measures.
Sudden swerving one of the main causes of traffic accidents in Abu Dhabihttps://t.co/qynS4C13Gi pic.twitter.com/2OnQvPnx0x
— شرطة أبوظبي (@ADPoliceHQ) March 6, 2019
Authorities are also reminding that offenders will be fined AED 1,000 and slapped with 4 black points.

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