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19-year-old driver without licence dies in Al Ain road accident

A 19-year-old Emirati lost his life and his companion sustained injuries in a road accident, said the police.

  • By Aftab Kazmi, Bureau Chief
  • Published: 15:57 April 6, 2008
  • Gulf News

Al Ain: A 19-year-old Emirati lost his life and his companion sustained injuries in a road accident, said the police.

The deceased, who did not have a licence, met with the accident during a ride in Al Yahar district on Saturday, said the police.

The Emirati was speeding on the wrong side of a two-way road. Suddenly, he saw an incoming car and took an abrupt left turn.

The driver lost control of the vehicle and hit a concrete wall.

The driver died on the spot and the passenger received minor injuries.

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