VIDEO: Penalties for leaving running car unattended

Friday, 2 April 2021 16:29

By ARN News Staff

Abu Dhabi Police have issued a reminder to motorists who leave their cars running, while going shopping.

In a video posted on Twitter, they said residents can be fined up to AED 500 dirhams for leaving their vehicles unattended. It also reminds drivers that they face the risk of theft when they leave their cars with the engines on.

#أخبارنا | #شرطة_أبوظبي: غرامة 500 درهم لترك السيارة بحالة تشغيل أثناء التسوق #أخبار_شرطة_أبوظبي https://t.co/btGWcQPb0G pic.twitter.com/PnHP6NEczI
— شرطة أبوظبي (@ADPoliceHQ) April 2, 2021

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