An horrific traffic accident occurred on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road on Friday morning, in which two men died and two others suffered serious injuries.

“A pickup and a truck collided because they did not maintain a safe distance between them,” said Brig. Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, director of the Dubai Police's General Department of Traffic.

He added that at about 5am, they received a report about the incident on the highway, heading towards Abu Dhabi.

“Preliminary information indicated that the accident happened due to the pickup driver's failure to maintain a safe distance from the preceding vehicles. This led to a rear-end collision with the truck, resulting in the death of two individuals and causing severe injuries to two others who were promptly transported to the hospital for immediate medical treatment," Brig. Bin Suwaidan said.

“First responders and traffic police patrols were dispatched to the accident site as soon as possible to provide first aid and emergency medical care," he said.

The Dubai Police have repeatedly urged motorists to adhere to speed limits and keep a safe distance between vehicles.

Additionally, the group cautioned against improper overtaking, sudden swerving, and distracted driving, emphasizing the importance of adhering to traffic laws and regulations consistently to protect the lives of road users and property owners.