Driver in UAE arrested for killing man in run-over accident

The Sharjah Police arrested a driver for killing a man in a run-over accident. The mishap took place at a road leading to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed road. According to Sharjah Police's announcement on Instagram, the driver fled the scene after he hit an African man. The victim was then rushed to Al Qassimi hospital but he died before reaching the hospital due to the severe injuries. https://www.instagram.com/p/BwrPqbMDkvD/?utm_source=ig_embed The police arrived immediately to the scene and was able to identify the driver and the vehicle involved in the accident. The driver confessed to running over the man and was referred to the public prosecution. Sharjah Police urged all drivers to comply with traffic rules and stop and provide assistance in case of an accident. Fleeing from an accident scene is a crime punishable by law and may lead to a jail sentence or a fine, Sharjah Police said. Source: Khaleej Times