By Staff Reporter
A two-year-old was saved from potential danger by a woman in Ajman, police said on Thursday.
The Arab expat was standing at her window when she noticed the child on the edge of the opposite building’s balcony. The child had climbed on a chair while his parents were busy.
She immediately alerted the police, who quickly moved to the site, after receiving the report.
After police confirmed that the parents were not monitoring the child, they were summoned and legal action was taken against the parents for their negligence which posed a threat to the two-year-old’s life.
This move aims to ensure the safety of children, under Federal Law No. 3 of 2016.
Ajman authorities also honoured the resident for her quick instinct and good behaviour. Commander Abdullah Saif Al-Matroushi, Director General of Police Operations, in the General Command of Ajman Police, praised her sense of security and quick response.
Authorities stressed the importance of safety measures at homes, especially in high-rise apartments with windows that can be opened, to ensure the safety of children and protection from the risk of falling.
He added that children are a great responsibility and neglecting their care or leaving them unattended leads to legal accountability in the UAE.
