A driver encountered a malfunction with his car's cruise control while navigating Abu Dhabi's Shawamekh Street, but was promptly assisted by the adept actions of the Abu Dhabi Police. The event transpired at midnight during the driver's journey towards Shahama. The rescue was documented on camera and later disseminated on social media by Lieutenant Colonel Nasser Al Saedi, the Head of Abu Dhabi Security Media.
The video footage showcased the police's strategic positioning in front of the erratically moving car, guiding the driver through the crisis. The driver, engaged in a phone conversation with a police officer, received instructions in Arabic. Despite concerns about potential airbag deployment, he complied with the directives, though the situation escalated as the car's velocity surged.
Through sustained efforts, the police vehicle increased its pressure on the malfunctioning car, leading to a gradual deceleration and ultimate halt. The entire rescue operation can be viewed in the shared post by Nasser Al Saedi.
Lieutenant Colonel Al Saedi highlighted that the car owner had contacted the police immediately after the cruise control malfunction, and their swift response was crucial. This incident mirrors a similar occurrence in Dubai last week, where another driver faced a cruise control malfunction on Sheikh Zayed Road.
