An Asian expat trying to cross a six-lane road was killed on the spot in a hit-and-run accident in Sharjah earlier this week.
The driver who fled the scene was arrested in 48 hours after a manhunt was launched by Sharjah Police.
The victim was trying to cross the six-lane Mohammed Bin Zayed Road when the car driven by a young motorist ran over him, according to the Sharjah Police.
Police rushed to the scene of the accident after receiving a report on Wednesday, but found that the victim had died on the spot.
Police managed to identify the driver, who fled the scene, by reviewing the CCTV footage of the area.
A manhunt was soon launched leading to the arrest of the driver, aged in his 20s.
A case has been filed against him at Public Prosecution.
Lt-Col Omar Mohammad Bou Ghanem, deputy director of the Traffic and Patrols Department at the Sharjah Police, issued a warning to pedestrians illegally crossing highways where vehicles move at a speed of up to 140kmph.
"Abide by all traffic rules and regulations at all times. Drivers who get involved in accidents are required to stop and take responsibility. Failure to do so could result in criminal charges," he added.
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