Ras Al Khaimah: The Ras Al Khaimah Police recorded 870 instances of motorists jumping the red light during the first half of this year. This is a decline of 44.7 per cent from the same period in 2016 when 1,580 such violations were recorded.
Brigadier Dr Mohammad Saeed Al Humaidi, director-general of the Central Operations Department, said this was one of the most serious traffic offences that often resulted in deaths or grave injuries.
He attributed the decrease to police efforts in improving traffic safety on the roads through awareness campaigns and traffic plans.
Most of the violations recorded were a result of speeding and drivers attempting to cross junctions just as the signal was turning red.
Brig Al Humaidi said despite police warnings about the dangers of jumping the red light, motorists repeat the violations.
According to the new Federal Traffic Law, any motorist who jumps the red signal will be fined Dh1,000, given 12 black points, and his/her vehicle impounded for a period of 30 days.
