Sharjah's drive to monitor abandoned vehicles sees 52% drop in theft of vehicle parts

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The campaign to monitor abandoned vehicles, initiated in early January of this year, has resulted in a notable decline in the theft of vehicle parts, with a 52% reduction observed in comparison to the first half of the previous year.

This was revealed by Brigadier General Yousef Obaid Harmoul, Director of the Comprehensive Police Stations Department at Sharjah Police.

The campaign is part of the sustained efforts of the Sharjah Police General Command to enhance community security and mitigate negative phenomena.

It is being implemented in collaboration with the strategic partner Sharjah City Municipality.

The objective is to address the negative phenomena that arise from abandoning vehicles for long periods and neglecting them. These phenomena are exploited by individuals with criminal intent to commit crimes such as vehicle theft or dismantling, as well as to deface the urban landscape.

He stated that the procedure is conducted by monitoring the vehicles in question, taking legal measures after issuing a warning, and giving them a 24-hour deadline to remove the abandoned vehicles.

He also noted that the campaign is ongoing and is being carried out by a joint working team between Sharjah Police and Sharjah City Municipality, which is conducting field and inspection tours with the goal of achieving the desired outcomes.

Brigadier General Hurmoul urged members of the community to be mindful of the potential risks associated with abandoning their vehicles for extended periods. He underscored the significance of fostering a culture of shared responsibility, ensuring the security of vehicles, and adhering to relevant laws and regulations.

He also highlighted the value of collective action in curbing certain negative behaviors, which can play a pivotal role in enhancing community security and improving the urban landscape of the city.