Woman hit by car gets Dh1m, but jaywalking scars remain

Accident left her with a brain haemorrhage, spinal fracture and partial paralysis

- BY SAJILA SASEENDRAN

An Indian woman received Dh1 million in compensation after a Dubai road accident in 2023 left her with severe injuries.

Rehmathbi Mamad Sali was struck by a car while crossing a road near the Bangladeshi Consulate in Al Wuheida on April 24, 2023. The crash left her with a brain haemorrhage, spinal fracture, muscle weakness, and partial paralysis in her right arm and leg.

Dubai Police and court investigations found the Emirati driver negligent for not paying attention to other road users. He was fined Dh3,000. However, Rehmathbi was also fined Dh1,000 for crossing at a non-designated area.