We hear all about road accidents, and how the number of victims
is increasing day after day. We consider it as a crime, but
we don't think for a moment that we are the real criminals.
For example, you wake up late and you are in a hurry to
arrive your work, over speed will be your friend and you
will neglect other's life. The gratifying of your boss is
above every thing. You may forget for a while that you may
lose your closed friend, your parents, your spouse or your
son by the same situation. Other views of aggressive driving
are frequented every day such as exceeding the posted speed
limit, following too closely, erratic or unsafe lane
changes, improperly signaling lane changes, failure to obey
traffic control devices such as traffic light. These views
reflect the largest public health problem we have ever had.
The problem is all the more acute because the victims are
overwhelmingly young and healthy prior to their crashes. You
may ask your self, what do I gain from this speech?? And
what can I do? My answer is that your, and other's life is
at your hands. With your strong desire to change and with
our support we can build a safe society.
Driving in the Emirates has become like a
sophisticated and expensive game of dodge-'ems, as if in a fun
fair, but it is no fun and often exceedingly frightening and
dangerous. Statistics show fatal crashes on the
rise throughout Dubai. The monthly average figure increased from
17 deaths a month last year to 19 deaths a month this year. The
"Your decision" campaign started months ago by a request of H.H
Shaikh Mohammed Bin Rashed The UAE Vice President, Prime
Minister and Ruler of Dubai to decrease the number of the deaths
and injuries. This proactive action was taken by the police, for
less leniency, more police patrols on the road and stiffer
penalties. The UAE authorities cannot afford to continue
ignoring what is a daily increasing problem.
Avery special thank to Assistant Solicitor
police Mr. Rashed who was very helpful in providing us
with the real information, photos, ideas, and advices.
