Transport

Tailbacks in Abu Dhabi after accident on Sheikh Zayed Street

Witnesses said about 10 vehicles were involved in a pile-up close to Eastern Mangroves.

The National

October 03, 2017

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Heavy traffic was reported on Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Street on Tuesday night after a multi-vehicle collision.

Witnesses said about 10 vehicles were involved in a pile-up close to Eastern Mangroves.

Emergency services were at the scene.

More to follow

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