Makkah traffic chief hit by car, slightly injured

Makkah traffic chief hit by car, slightly injured
February 2, 2017 | 12:11 AM
Col. Bassim Al-Badari
Col. Bassim Al-Badari
February 2, 2017 | 12:11 AM
Last Updated: February 2, 2017 | 12:11 AM
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By Badea Abunajah MAKKAH — Head of Makkah Traffic Department Col. Bassim Al-Badari was injured when a driver escaping a checkpoint hit him. The accident took place on Al-Misyal Street in Al-Misfalah District at 8.35 a.m. on Wednesday. The driver was tracked down and arrested for multiple traffic violations including driving in the wrong direction. The colonel was taken to a hospital. He was discharged after first aid at 3.00 p.m.