Abu Dhabi Police warn against gatherings during Eid Al Adha

Our Correspondent

Abu Dhabi Police have warned the public against complacency in taking key preventive and precautionary measures in place to curb the spread of COVID-19. It reiterated the importance of observing all safety measures during Eid Al Adha holiday, and for adhering to “social distancing” and avoiding “family gatherings”.

Resolution No. 38 of 2020, which covers the implementation of regulations related to violations and penalties based on Ministerial Resolution No. 17 of 2020, related to controlling violations, precautionary measures and instructions to limit the spread of the virus will be in force. The police stressed that violators would be referred to the Federal Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Prosecution for legal action.

The police appealed to the public to report any gatherings or violations of instructions issued by official authorities to “Aman Service” by calling the toll free number 8002626, texting messages to 2828 or emailing Aman@adpolice.gov.ae

Meanwhile, the Social Support Centres Department of the ADP handled 2,936 cases during the first six months of 2020, including 2,043 cases that were amicably resolved, in addition to 893 consultations.

Brigadier Saeed Hamad Al Kaabi, Director of the Department, highlighted the ADP’s keenness to maintain security and social stability, as well as provide rapid response to, and resolution of, social issues that does not require legal intervention.
The department’s centres and their highly trained staff are ready to provide psychological and social support, in the light of the circumstances caused by the COVID-19 crisis, he added.

ADP offers social consultations with social and psychological specialists at no charge through e-channels, in line with laws and regulations, after registration on the ADP’s website.