Riyadh: Driver and passenger arrested for driving against traffic and deliberately causing a collision
Security patrols in the Riyadh region announced, in a successful security operation reflecting the high vigilance of security personnel, the arrest of a vehicle driver and his companion, following their involvement in a series of traffic and criminal violations that posed a direct threat to the safety of road users.
According to details released by Saudi Public Security, the vehicle was spotted driving against the flow of traffic on one of the capital's streets, a dangerous traffic violation that can lead to fatal accidents. Not content with this, the perpetrators also deliberately rammed another person's vehicle, adding charges of damaging private property and endangering lives to their list of offenses.
Details of the incident and the charges
Public Security clarified via its official account that the list of offenses did not stop at driving against traffic and deliberately causing a collision, but also included driving a vehicle without license plates, a clear attempt to conceal identity and evade security monitoring and field cameras. The two suspects also fled the scene of the accident, which constitutes an additional crime punishable by law.
The accused were arrested immediately upon their arrest, and all initial legal procedures were taken against them, and then they were referred to the Public Prosecution to complete the investigations and apply the deterrent penalties stipulated by Saudi law in such cases.
Traffic regulations context in the Kingdom
This incident comes at a time when Saudi Arabia is witnessing significant progress and development in its traffic safety system. The Ministry of Interior, represented by Public Security and the General Directorate of Traffic, is implementing a “zero tolerance” strategy for violations that endanger the lives of others, such as reckless driving, driving against traffic, and other dangerous driving practices.
Driving without license plates is a serious offense, as it is considered an indication of premeditation to commit other violations or crimes and evade justice. Security forces in Riyadh utilize the latest field technologies and smart monitoring systems to track and apprehend such vehicles in record time.
The importance of security measures and their societal impact
This news carries significant local importance, as it sends a reassuring message to the community that vigilant eyes are present in the field to protect lives and property. It also sends a strong warning to anyone who might consider tampering with road safety or disregarding regulations, that the long arm of the law will reach them no matter how hard they try to hide or escape.
Security experts confirm that the rapid response of security patrols in Riyadh to such reports directly contributes to reducing the rates of serious accidents and enhances the quality of life in Saudi cities, which is one of the main objectives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which places human safety at the forefront of its priorities.
