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Motorist dies as car rams into truck on Dubai-Al Ain road
An Arab motorist died and his companion sustained moderate injuries in an accident on Dubai-Al Ain road on Monday, said the police.
- Staff Report
- Published: 15:28 April 7, 2008
Dubai: An Arab motorist died and his companion sustained moderate injuries in an accident on Dubai-Al Ain road on Monday, said the police.
The motorist, who was driving under the influence of alcohol, was speeding and lost control of the vehicle and hit a truck, said the police.
The driver, who wasn't wearing seatbelt, hit and came out through the front windshield due to the impact of the accident, said the police.
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