Harsher penalties await offenders of virus curbs

The UAE authorities have warned of re-imposing fresh restrictions and penalties ater the spike in coronavirus cases in the country in the past five days.

Salem Al Zaabi, Acting Head of Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Prosecution at Public Prosecution said during a media briefing ‘Commit to Win’ campaign, “The penalties list for coronavirus violations are still in effect, and we are ready to face any situation.”

Zaabi said the introduction of new violations depends on the situation in the country and it would be announced in coordination with competent authorities to curb COVID-19.

UAE National Crisis and Emergency Management Authority (NCEMA) Dr Saif Al Dhaheri said, “The increase in the number of injuries resulted from non-compliance, and the sterilisation programme, which also had night time movement ban, may return in some areas if the cases continue to rise…”

The NCEMA also said Twiter, “We fully trust you, your commitment and your cooperation, as the decrease in the number of cases does not mean that we have eliminated COVID-19.

“With your commitment, we will reach the zero state! Let us pledge today to abide by the precautionary measures, and let us win tomorrow...”