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Watch: Kids ride bicycles, e-scooters on Ajman roads; parents warned of accidents
Earlier this year, Ajman Police banned the use of electric scooters of all types on public streets across the emirate
Police in Ajman have issued a reminder to parents, warning them of the dangers of children using bicycles or electric scooters on public roads or between vehicles.
The authority highlighted how using bicycles and electric scooters in non-designated areas exposes children to serious risks that may lead to accidents and severe injuries, and also pose a threat to the safety of others.
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While sharing a video of multiple footages capturing children riding scooters and bicycles on streets near cars, the authority pointed out how dangerous the act was, even in residential areas near homes.
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The clip shows very young children too, riding bikes made for their age, but meant to be used inside the home or in safe outdoor places like parks.
As part of its 'Be Careful' campaign, the police urged parents to continuously monitor and supervise their children's actions to ensure their safety and reminded them that their protection starts first with parents.
"Children’s safety is a shared responsibility that begins with awareness, family supervision, and community cooperation," it stated.
Last year, a 12-year-old boy riding a bicycle was killed in a collision with a vehicle in Fujairah, in the emirate's Al Faseel area. The driver was arrested at the accident site and referred to public prosecution for further investigation.
Meanwhile, in January this year, two young girls aged 14 and 15 died in Ras Al Khaimah after a vehicle hit their motorcycle. They were riding their bike on an internal road when the car hit them from behind. The police said distracted driving caused the accident, adding that the car's 37-year-old driver has been arrested.
Distracted driving is among the major causes of deadly crashes in the UAE, accounting for about 25 per cent of all road fatalities in the country. The traffic offence is punishable by a Dh800 fine and four black points.
In February, a 15-year-old Indian student and badminton prodigy tragically passed away in an e-scooter incident near Al Nahda, close to Zulekha Hospital.
On August 15, Ajman Police banned the use of electric scooters of all types on public streets across the emirate.
Meanwhile, in Dubai, a special unit was launched to focus on monitoring violations by cyclists and e-scooter riders this year, in a show of collaboration between the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police.
Laraib Anwer
Laraib Anwer is a Digital Journalist who loves the thrill of breaking headlines almost as much as she does unapologetically using GenZ slang. She dreams of a world free of animal cruelty and hopes to tell community stories that make a difference.
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