Dubai Police warn teens against riding bikes in residential areas during Ramadan
Dubai Police issued a warning over an increase in teenagers riding motorbikes and recreational bikes in residential neighbourhoods, particularly during Ramadan and in the hours following iftar. According to Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operations Affairs at Dubai Police, the rise in teens riding through internal roads and residential squares is creating serious safety risks.He warned that many young riders are taking to the streets without fully understanding the dangers involved or complying with safety requirements.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.“This exposes them to the risk of being run over or colliding with vehicles and pedestrians, especially in family-oriented areas with a high presence of children and senior citizens,” he continued.Beyond the danger to the riders themselves and others in the neighbourhood, the activity is also disrupting residents during a month traditionally marked by calm evenings and family time. Al Mazrouei noted that this behaviour constitutes a legal violation and a direct threat to road safety. “Traffic patrols have intensified monitoring in residential areas and have recently recorded several cases. The individuals were stopped for their own safety and the safety of other road users. The bikes were impounded, reports were filed at police stations, guardians were summoned, and the necessary legal measures were taken,” he said.Check out the video below as shared by Dubai Police:#News | Dubai Police Warn Against Teenagers Riding Motorbikes in Residential Areas.Details:https://t.co/Ju0ts9ByBH#RoadSafety #WeAreAllPolice pic.twitter.com/Hl3Mcfn2fR— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) February 27, 2026 Parents are being urged to closely monitor their children and ensure motorbikes and recreational bikes are not used on public roads or within residential communities. Residents can report unsafe behaviour through the “We Are All Police” service by calling 901 or via the “Police Eye” feature on the Dubai Police app. Major General Al Mazrouei emphasised that community cooperation plays a key role in reducing this phenomenon and strengthening safety in residential neighbourhoods. He also called on community members to demonstrate responsible behaviour and respect the privacy of residents, noting that driving is a responsibility that requires awareness and adherence to the law. “Prevention begins at home through continuous supervision and guidance to protect young people and the wider community,” he concluded.Dubai Police stop children riding bike on public road, impose Dh50,000 impound feeE-scooters banned in UAE schools? What parents, students must knowUAE: 9 people injured in 7 motorbike accidents, say Abu Dhabi Police
Dubai Police issued a warning over an increase in teenagers riding motorbikes and recreational bikes in residential neighbourhoods, particularly during Ramadan and in the hours following iftar.
According to Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operations Affairs at Dubai Police, the rise in teens riding through internal roads and residential squares is creating serious safety risks.
He warned that many young riders are taking to the streets without fully understanding the dangers involved or complying with safety requirements.
Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.
“This exposes them to the risk of being run over or colliding with vehicles and pedestrians, especially in family-oriented areas with a high presence of children and senior citizens,” he continued.
Beyond the danger to the riders themselves and others in the neighbourhood, the activity is also disrupting residents during a month traditionally marked by calm evenings and family time.
Al Mazrouei noted that this behaviour constitutes a legal violation and a direct threat to road safety. “Traffic patrols have intensified monitoring in residential areas and have recently recorded several cases. The individuals were stopped for their own safety and the safety of other road users. The bikes were impounded, reports were filed at police stations, guardians were summoned, and the necessary legal measures were taken,” he said.
Check out the video below as shared by Dubai Police: #News | Dubai Police Warn Against Teenagers Riding Motorbikes in Residential Areas.
Details:https://t.co/Ju0ts9ByBH#RoadSafety #WeAreAllPolice pic.twitter.com/Hl3Mcfn2fR— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) February 27, 2026
Parents are being urged to closely monitor their children and ensure motorbikes and recreational bikes are not used on public roads or within residential communities.
Residents can report unsafe behaviour through the “We Are All Police” service by calling 901 or via the “Police Eye” feature on the Dubai Police app.
Major General Al Mazrouei emphasised that community cooperation plays a key role in reducing this phenomenon and strengthening safety in residential neighbourhoods.
He also called on community members to demonstrate responsible behaviour and respect the privacy of residents, noting that driving is a responsibility that requires awareness and adherence to the law.
“Prevention begins at home through continuous supervision and guidance to protect young people and the wider community,” he concluded.
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