Illegal Gulf street race ends in jail for drivers, crusher for luxury cars
Both drivers referred to Central Prison as authorities impound their vehicles for two months under Article 33 of the Traffic Law.
The Ministry of Interior’s General Traffic Department has arrested two drivers for engaging in illegal street racing on Arabian Gulf Street without a permit, as part of its ongoing campaign against serious traffic violations and reckless driving.
According to the ministry, the General Traffic Department, represented by the Security Monitoring Department, detected two vehicles participating in an unauthorised street race, posing a danger to other road users.
Following the incident, security authorities intensified search and investigation operations, successfully identifying and apprehending both drivers. During questioning, the two admitted to committing the violation.
The ministry said the necessary legal measures were taken against the drivers, who were subsequently referred to Central Prison.
Their vehicles were also impounded for two months in accordance with Article 33 (repeated) of the Traffic Law.
The Ministry of Interior warned against committing serious traffic violations that endanger the lives of road users, stressing that it would not tolerate reckless driving or illegal street racing.
It reaffirmed its commitment to taking strict legal action against offenders to safeguard lives and property and maintain road safety across the country.
