RAK Police launch ‘Cross Safely’ drive

Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Police has launched a major road safety awareness campaign titled “Cross Safely” as part of the Gulf Unified Traffic Week 2026, while announcing a significant decline in traffic fatalities and serious road accidents across the emirate.

The week-long campaign, organised by the UAE Ministry of Interior through the Federal Traffic Council in cooperation with police authorities and strategic partners across the country, runs from May 3 to 8 under the slogan “Cross Safely”.

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Officials revealed that traffic-related deaths in Ras Al Khaimah dropped by 12.6 per cent in 2025 compared to previous figures, while pedestrian run-over accidents decreased by 4.1 per cent and serious traffic accidents declined by 2.5 per cent.

The announcement was made during the official launch ceremony held at Manar Mall in the presence of Brigadier Jamal Ahmed Al Tair, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Ras Al Khaimah Police, senior police officials, traffic and patrol officers, strategic partners, representatives of government entities and members of the public.

Brigadier Jamal Al Tair inaugurated the campaign by urging motorists and pedestrians to strictly follow road safety regulations and use designated pedestrian crossings.

He stressed the importance of remaining fully attentive while crossing roads and advised pedestrians to ensure roads are clear before attempting to cross, especially near intersections and pedestrian crossings.

He said pedestrian safety and smooth traffic movement are shared community responsibilities that require cooperation from all members of society.

Brigadier Ahmed Saeed Al Mansoori, Director-General of Central Operations, said the Traffic and Patrols Department continues to implement integrated traffic safety strategies aimed at protecting pedestrians and enhancing road safety standards across the emirate.

He noted that the emirate’s advanced traffic system has contributed to positioning Ras Al Khaimah among the world’s safest cities.

As part of the latest traffic safety developments, Ras Al Khaimah Police also unveiled a state-of-the-art command and control room equipped with advanced smart technologies and directly linked to traffic patrol units across the emirate.

Officials additionally announced the launch of a mobile operations room designed to manage traffic and road emergencies with high precision and rapid response capabilities.

The Gulf Traffic Week activities also include a traffic awareness exhibition, educational programmes, public competitions and interactive awareness initiatives taking place during both morning and evening hours.

Traffic awareness videos are also being broadcast on electronic screens to strengthen public engagement and promote safer road behaviour among motorists and pedestrians.