Dubai Police Warns Parents After Child Falls From Moving Car

Dubai Police has issued a powerful warning to parents and drivers after a preventable accident nearly ended in tragedy. A five-year-old boy fell from a moving car on a busy street, suffering multiple injuries. The cause? A failure to follow basic child safety guidelines.

This incident has sparked fresh concern over how children are being transported in vehicles across the UAE. Authorities say such accidents are not rare, and often, they happen because of neglect, distraction, or a belief that “it won’t happen to me.” Now, Dubai Police is calling on all families to treat child car safety as a life-or-death matter.

Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Director of the General Department of Traffic, shared the full details of the accident, and explained what every parent must do to avoid the same fate.

Avoidable Accident Sparks Urgent Reminder

Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, said the accident was preventable. The boy had been riding with his mother when he suddenly opened a car door and fell onto the road. He sustained moderate injuries but was lucky the car was traveling slowly. Emergency responders arrived quickly and took the child to the hospital.

Al Mazrouei emphasized the importance of using age-appropriate child seats, ensuring seat belts are fastened, and never placing children in the front seat. He also urged parents to double-check that all doors are locked and windows are secure before driving.

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Leaving Kids Unattended Can Be Fatal

In his statement, Al Mazrouei warned against leaving children unattended in vehicles, especially in the back seat or during hot weather. “Leaving a child alone in a car can lead to suffocation,” he said. He added that parents should monitor windows to prevent children from leaning out or opening them accidentally.

Dubai Police confirmed that they are working with partners on awareness campaigns and field operations to reduce such incidents. The goal is to protect lives through proper public education on traffic safety.

Authorities continue to stress that keeping children safe in cars isn’t just about following rules, it’s about saving lives. With increased community awareness and responsible behavior, such tragedies can be prevented.

For more on traffic safety regulations, visit RTA’s official site.