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Al Etihad
09-05-2025
- Al Etihad
Caught on camera: Dubai Police 'surprise' owner by returning Dh123,000 worth of stolen supplies
9 May 2025 16:48 DUBAI (ALETIHAD)The Al Raffa Police Station in Dubai surprised a shop owner by returning Dh123,000 worth of stolen medical products after apprehending a gang responsible for the theft. The gang had been stealing from a warehouse affiliated with the store over multiple periods, without the owner's knowledge or any reports of suspicious Ghalib Al Ghafli, Acting Director of Al Raffa Police Station, explained that the discovery of the crime resulted from the efforts of the 'Intelligence and Security Teams' Unit in collaboration with investigative officers at the noted that the unit was established to identify security gaps, gather intelligence, and address local issues, all aimed at enhancing safety and public trust in the police while reducing crime rates. 'The resolution of this case underscores the effectiveness of these ongoing efforts,' he added. Al Ghafli further stated, 'The 'Intelligence and Security Teams" unit has achieved several significant milestones in the Al Raffa Police Station area since its establishment in 2023. These include receiving 1,333 security tips, successfully resolving 738 cases, and earning 27 certificates of appreciation from various internal and external organizations for its efforts in combating crime and addressing negative trends.' Suspicious Activity Uncovers Crime Lieutenant Colonel Ali Al Awar, Head of the General Duty Section at Al Riffa Police Station and Head of the 'Intelligence and Security Teams' Unit, explained that while the team was carrying out their duties in collaboration with the station's investigations department to enhance security and safety in the jurisdiction area, they observed a gathering of suspicious individuals and took appropriate legal action against them. 'During the investigation, they discovered the individuals suspiciously had medical products and pills. When questioned about their origin and the large quantity, they confessed to stealing them from a medical supply store's warehouse multiple times without anyone noticing,' he continued. 'I Had No Knowledge'Al Awar confirmed that the "Intelligence and Security Teams" spoke with the store owner, who stated that neither he nor any staff knew the store was experiencing multiple thefts. He mentioned that after conducting an inventory of the stolen medical products, it was found that the total value of the thefts reached Dh123,000. Al Awar also indicated that upon reviewing the surveillance footage from the warehouse, the suspects were seen committing the thefts. 'Additionally, investigations revealed their involvement in other theft cases,' he concluded.
Sharjah 24
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Sharjah 24
Authors spotlight short story as a tool for heritage, creativity
Preserving culture through narrative tradition Al Ghafli traced the evolution of Emirati short fiction through three key stages, linking it to oral traditions and literary pioneers like Mohammed Al Murr. She highlighted the genre's ability to encapsulate deep cultural roots, drawing from tales like Sirat Bani Hilal and Saif ibn Dhi Yazan , and credited early literary figures such as Abdulaziz Al Sharhan and Ali Abdullah for shaping the Emirati short story landscape. Moroccan storytelling and creative shifts Moroccan writer Abdul Nabi Dashin opened with a poetic tribute to Emirati women writers, then mapped the development of Moroccan short fiction from its nationalistic origins in the 1950s to a more experimental phase in the 1970s. He stressed the importance of Arab heritage and oral storytelling as vital sources of imagination and cultural continuity. Craft, precision, and flash fiction Mariam Nasser spoke about the technical and creative discipline required in short story writing, emphasizing its conciseness and interpretive depth. Referencing Abdullah Saqr's Al-Khashaba and Gabriel Garcia Marquez's advice, she highlighted flash fiction's flexibility as a format and its ability to creatively integrate traditional folk tales into modern storytelling.
Sharjah 24
13-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Sharjah 24
Al Yazia Al Ghaflii: Finalising proactive workshops for Xposure
Gallery X at Al Majaz Theatre hosted the workshops, which were provided by the Shadowing Programme of the Media Bureau, with the goal of showcasing the various skills of UAE university students. Overwhelming turnout In an interview with Sharjah 24, Al Ghafli was delighted by the workshop attendance that took place before the festival officially began. She emphasised that "Xposure" offers a unique opportunity to hone these skills through interactions with photographers, participation in workshops, enjoyment of the festival's numerous art exhibitions, and thought-provoking talks. Student volunteers are essential to the festival's success in bringing together top-tier photographers and filmmakers.
