Reconsider before posting photographs and recordings of traffic accidents in the UAE, as it can land you with a powerful Dh150,000 fine.

Abu Dhabi Police are warning residents against crowding and taking photographs at accident sites, as such kinds of behaviour can lead to serious and fatal consequences.

Director of Traffic and Patrols of Abu Dhabi Police, Brigadier Khalifa Mohammed Al Khaili said: “Taking photos at accident sites is a negative social phenomenon that delay the work of traffic patrols, ambulances and civil defence vehicles.

He said. "Due to such delays, it may result in the victim’s condition to worsen or may even cause fatalities.”

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Abu Dhabi Police collaborates with Du in campaign against crowding and taking photos at accident sites . Abu Dhabi Police in collaboration with Du ( Emirates integrated telecommunications company) has launched a campaign against crowding and taking photos at accident. The campaign themed " Post Wisely" will continue until October 2018. Brigadier Khalifa Mohammed Al Khaili, director of Traffic and Patrols of Abu Dhabi Police stressed that crowding and taking photos at accident sites is a negative social phenomenon that delays the work of traffic patrols, ambulances and civil defense vehicles which will result in worsening the condition of the injured or may even cause  fatalities. He indicated that the campaign aims at raising the community members awareness on the serious consequences of this " uncivilized behavior" which may endangers their lives and the lives of others. The campaign is implemented by the Traffic and Patrols Directorate and the Security Media Department of Abu Dhabi Police . For his part, Abdulwahid Jum'a Executive Vice- President of Brand and Corporate Communications said, "As a national company, we believe in our responsibility towards supporting the  community issues that help build a strong  prosperous society." He praised cooperation with Abu Dhabi Police which enhaces the community's awareness on the importance of avoiding crowding and taking photos at accident sites. Du has earlier launched its second 'Post Wisely' campaign under the title of ' If it were your pain,  would you share it.?' The campaign aims at inspiring constructive discussions on the importance of the responsible sharing of posts and promoting good ethics online. Everyone can simply join this discussion by following #Post_Wisely . #الإمارات #أبوظبي #شرطة_أبوظبي #أخبار_شرطة_أبوظبي #الإعلام_الأمني #UAE #AbuDhabi #ADPolice #ADPolice_news #security_media

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The strict punishments were upheld as indicated by the UAE's Cybercrime Law No 5 of 2012, Article No. 21, which expressed that any individual who utilizes an electronic gadget that attacks a man's protection will be slapped with a fine of Dh150,000 to Dh500,000, and up to a half year of imprisonment.

Brig Al Khaili likewise forewarned inhabitants on the results of this sort of "ignoble conduct" that may imperils their lives and the lives of others. 

The awareness campaign was done by the Traffic and Patrols Directorate and the Security Media Department at Abu Dhabi Police, with the joint effort of du, under the motto "Post Wisely". 

Earlier this year, Abu Dhabi Police were on the chase for occupants who recorded an awful auto collision and posted it via web-based networking media. The video indicated how a foolhardy driver smashed into a 19-year-old Arab national, who happened to remain on the middle strip.

Motorists who jump out of their vehicles to gawk at traffic accidents will also be fined Dh1,000 for obstructing and blocking roads, as it delays first emergency responders from arriving at the scene. 

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