New tech to save time for motorists involved in Qatar road accidents

Traffic police in Qatar will soon be provided new tablets to help them report and record road accidents more quickly and easily.

The handheld devices, which will be issued to all traffic departments across the country in the coming month, would enable police to record all the relevant information about an accident while onsite, including taking photographs of the cars.

This should mean that those involved in the accidents would no longer need to go to the police station to fill out paperwork afterwards – often a confusing, hours-long ordeal for those who have never been in an accident in Qatar.

The Qatar Tribune reported that officers would also be able to send those involved in the accident a copy of the report via email or text message.

Additionally, the software used would enable police called to the scene to check the history of the drivers, including whether they have any violations recorded against them.

The new technology was unveiled by the Ministry of Interior’s (MOI) General Directorate of Information System following last week’s Milipol military expo, which saw Qatar confirm QR309 million of deals during the three days.

As part of Milipol, the MOI also said it had signed a QR3.8 million contract with Eshhar Security Services to supply 11 traffic radars (speed cameras) and 10 truck weigh bridges.

Original article by Lesley Walker

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