Abu Dhabi Police shared a video on Friday, June 27, 2025, in which several drivers were caught stopping a few minutes before crossing the toll gate and only moving forward after the toll-free period began. (Photo: X/@ADPoliceHQ)
Abu Dhabi Police reminded motorists to refrain from stopping on road shoulders, especially near the 鈥淒arb鈥 toll gates, except in case of an emergency. This reminder came after instances of violations were detected through advanced smart surveillance systems. The concerned authorities asserted that the act of stopping illegally and blocking the flow of traffic can attract a fine of Dh500.This move comes after the Directorate of Traffic and Security Patrols at Abu Dhabi Police noticed that drivers are intentionally pulling over on the shoulder just before the toll gates, waiting for the toll-free period to start, according to Gulf News. This act increases the chances of endangering the lives of people on the road and disrupts traffic flow.Abu Dhabi Police shared a video on Friday, June 27, 2025, in which several drivers were caught stopping a few minutes before crossing the toll gate and only moving after the toll-free period began.鈥 ADPoliceHQ (@ADPoliceHQ) The Darb toll gate system was implemented in January 2021 to minimise the traffic congestion in Abu Dhabi and to encourage the use of public transport.Live EventsIt is pertinent to mention that the Darb toll system operates during peak hours only: Morning: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and Evening: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Besides these timings, tolls are not charged. Also, no toll is charged on Sundays or on public holidays.Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi Police also identified other dangerous behaviours besides stopping near toll gates: These behaviours include acts like sudden lane changes, obstructing traffic, unauthorised entry into bus stops designated for public transportThe authorities also reminded the motorists of the following penalties under Ministerial Resolution No. (178) of 2017: Wrong parking or obstructing traffic: Dh500, sudden deviation: Dh1,000 and 4 black points, unauthorised use of bus stops or special lanes: Dh400Highlighting that violations can lead to legal action, Abu Dhabi Police emphasised that all wrong acts are being thoroughly monitored through smart systems to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow across the Emirates.(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)
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