Indian workers among seven killed, nine injured after minibus collides with truck in Dubai: Details
At least seven people were killed, and nine others were injured, including Indian workers, in Dubai on Monday (local time) after a minibus collided with
At least seven people were killed, and nine others were injured, including Indian workers, in Dubai on Monday (local time) after a minibus collided with a truck that had stopped in the middle of the road, the authorities said. In a post on X, the Indian Consulate in Dubai said, "Deeply saddened by the tragic road accident in Dubai that claimed the lives of several Indian workers." The mission added that it is working closely with local authorities to provide all possible assistance and support and stated, "Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with the grieving families during this difficult time." Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What caused the minibus accident involving Indian workers in Dubai? ⌵ The accident occurred when a truck, which had stopped suddenly in the middle of Emirates Road due to a technical fault, was rammed into from behind by a minibus whose driver allegedly failed to maintain a safe distance. 2 How many people were killed and injured in the Dubai minibus accident? ⌵ At least seven people were killed, and nine others were injured, including five with serious injuries and four with moderate injuries. 3 What assistance is the Indian Consulate in Dubai providing after the accident?
⌵ The Indian Consulate is working closely with local authorities to provide assistance and support to the victims' families and the injured individuals. 4 What penalties do drivers face for stopping in the middle of the road in Dubai? ⌵ Drivers who stop in the middle of the road in Dubai can face a fine of AED 1,000 and six black points on their license, along with a possible AED 500 penalty for obstructing traffic. 5 What steps are being taken to investigate the Dubai minibus accident? ⌵ Experts from the Traffic Accident Investigation Section have been dispatched to the scene to gather evidence and determine the exact causes of the crash. Here's what we know Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, said the preliminary investigation revealed that a truck had stopped suddenly in the middle of Emirates Road due to a technical fault. In a statement, he added, "The bus driver, who allegedly failed to pay attention and keep a safe distance, then rammed into the truck from behind." "The accident resulted in seven fatalities and nine injuries, including five serious and four moderate injuries. All injured were transported to the hospital for treatment," he added.
Officials from the Indian mission visited the hospital and met the injured Indians. Brigadier Juma Salem said that experts from the Traffic Accident Investigation Section were dispatched to the scene to inspect it and gather precise evidence to determine the exact causes of the crash. Salem added, "Traffic patrols regulated traffic flow, secured the site, and facilitated the access of rescue vehicles. Work teams also removed the damaged truck and bus to restore normal traffic flow." After the crash, Brigadier Juma described stopping a vehicle in the middle of the road as one of the most hazardous traffic violations, warning that it can result in "severe accidents, fatalities, and serious injuries." Dubai Police also noted that motorists who stop in the middle of the road face a fine of AED 1,000 and six black points on their licence. Additionally, a separate AED 500 penalty may be imposed for obstructing traffic under Article 98. Also Read | Why reports of Dubai’s death are greatly exaggerated Omani authorities rescue Indian crew after fire In a separate incident reported earlier today, Omani authorities rescued all 24 Indian crew members aboard the oil tanker MT Marivex after a fire incident on the Madagascar-flagged vessel, the Indian Embassy in Muscat said.
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