Distraction, rushing among the main causes
According to Brigadier Bin Suwaidan, several factors contribute to motorists running red lights.
These include trying to save a few seconds, using mobile phones while driving, misjudging speed and distance, and attempting to cross intersections at the last moment before the signal changes.
He warned that such decisions can have life-changing consequences.
“A few seconds are not worth risking lives,” he said, adding that many crashes occur when drivers underestimate the danger of speeding through an intersection.
Amber light is not a signal to accelerate
Dubai Police reminded motorists that traffic signals are designed to keep roads safe and ensure smooth traffic flow.
Brigadier Bin Suwaidan urged drivers to slow down when approaching junctions, keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead and remain focused behind the wheel.
He also advised motorists not to treat the amber light as a signal to speed up if they can safely stop before the intersection.
Running a red light, he said, is more than a traffic offence. It is a dangerous act that puts the lives of drivers, passengers and pedestrians at risk.
Dubai Police said it continues to strengthen road safety through awareness campaigns, stricter enforcement and the use of advanced monitoring systems to detect dangerous violations.
Brigadier Bin Suwaidan stressed that road safety is a shared responsibility and called on all road users to act responsibly.
“Stopping at a red light is not a choice. It is a legal duty and an important step in protecting lives and keeping our roads safe,” he said.
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