Sharjah Police refer two men to public prosecution after road rage turns violent

Sharjah Police started investigating an assault incident that took place on one of the emirate’s streets.

Earlier, a dispute broke out between two Arabs while driving and snowballed into a verbal and physical assault between the two parties due to a misunderstanding.

Immediately after receiving a report to this effect, police patrols rushed to the scene of the incident, where they summoned both parties, took their statements and referred the case to the Public Prosecution for further legal procedures.

Brigadier Ibrahim Musabah Al Ajel, Director General of General Department of Comprehensive Police Stations, affirmed that Sharjah Police deal firmly with such incidents that do not reflect a proper social practice, stressing the importance of self-control in daily situations and the need to avoid being swept away by negative reactions.

He also underscored the need to avoid filming such incidents and posting them on social media, noting that this constitutes a legal violation punishable by law. Such material should be submitted directly to the concerned authorities to enable them to take the necessary action, he said.

Reiterating its commitment to maintaining security and stability, Sharjah Police called on everyone to co-operate and participate positively in promoting a safe environment for all. They also urged the members of society to report any misconduct or illegal actions on 901, which is designated for receiving non-emergency reports and general inquiries.