Dubai driver arrested for removing number plate and speeding at 230km/h

Dubai Police has arrested a driver who deliberately removed his vehicle’s licence plates in an attempt to evade smart traffic monitoring systems. According to Dubai Police, the man was caught driving at speeds exceeding 230 km/h on a highway, putting his life and the lives of other road users at risk. Dubai Police said the motorist had deliberately removed the vehicle’s licence plates to avoid detection by smart traffic systems while driving at excessively high speeds. Brigadier Jumaa Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, said advanced traffic monitoring systems detected a grey Nissan Patrol committing a series of serious traffic offences at multiple locations across Dubai, including exceeding the speed limits. The driver thought removing the vehicle’s number plates would prevent the authorities from identifying him. However, Dubai Police’s advanced security system, supported by artificial intelligence technologies and highly skilled field teams, successfully tracked the vehicle, identified the driver and summoned him. Brigadier bin Suwaidan stressed that excessive speeding remains one of the leading causes of serious road traffic collisions, as it significantly reduces reaction time, increases stopping distance and makes it more difficult for drivers to maintain control of their vehicles during emergencies, resulting in a greater risk of fatal and serious injuries. Driving at such extreme speeds endangers not only the driver but every road user, as even a minor mistake or sudden manoeuvre can result in a devastating collision affecting innocent people and their families, he said. Deliberately removing or tampering with vehicle number plates to evade smart enforcement systems is a serious offence and will not prevent offenders from being identified. Dubai Police impounded the vehicle and initiated the necessary legal procedures. The vehicle is subject to the provisions of Dubai’s Decree No. 30 of 2023 concerning vehicle impoundment, under which motorists committing serious traffic offences may be required to pay up to AED 50,000 to secure the release of an impounded vehicle. The driver has also been referred to the competent authorities to complete the legal process. Brigadier bin Suwaidan urged all motorists to comply with traffic laws, observe speed limits and refrain from dangerous or deceptive behaviour on the roads.