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Gulf Today
12-03-2025
- Gulf Today
Dubai arrests a beggar using talismans to gain sympathy
As part of their ongoing campaign against begging, the Dubai Police arrested a woman who was begging in an unusual way. She used talismans to gain sympathy from passers-by. Officers noticed that people would give her money as soon as they stopped in front of her. When they searched her, they found scraps of paper with incomprehensible symbols and folded papers with people's names sewn together with a needle and thread. This initiative forms part of the ongoing efforts of the Dubai Police to maintain community security and combat negative phenomena. As part of its security initiatives, Dubai Police have successfully caught numerous individuals engaged in fraudulent activities designed to gain the sympathy of the community. In a separate crack down, an individual engaged in begging was apprehended in possession of documentation pertaining to regular deliveries amounting to Dhs8,700. This incident is part of a series of cases. Another incident involved an Asian man who was arrested in possession of Dhs42,000 that had been collected from begging. The campaign also resulted in the arrest of a young Arab man who had disguised himself as a woman, wearing an Abaya and Niqab, in the vicinity of a mosque. Upon apprehension, the individual confessed to employing this stratagem to elicit sympathy, operating under the belief that female beggars receive more assistance than their male counterparts. Brigadier Ali Salem Al Shamsi, Director of the Suspects and Criminal Phenomena Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation, explained that the campaigns are continuing around the clock in cooperation with the relevant authorities. Al Shamsi emphasised that individuals engaging in begging employ diverse techniques to elicit sympathy, particularly during the month of Ramadan. He underscored that it is important to refrain from sympathising with such individuals, as the narratives they present are frequently contrived. Al Shamsi further noted that the Dubai Police engage in annual monitoring of these deceptive methods to formulate effective strategies and programmes for their mitigation. Anti-begging initiatives are implemented with the objective of addressing diverse forms of begging, encompassing both conventional practices, such as soliciting funds on a street corner, and contemporary manifestations of this practice. These include the use of electronic means for solicitation, as well as the purported collection of funds for non-existent projects. Captain Khamis Abdullah Al Naqbi, Head of the Anti-Begging Section, warned of dealing with empathy with individuals engaged in begging and street vending activities. He also called upon members of the public to report any such violations by contacting the 901 number or utilising the 'Police Eye' service available on the Dubai Police app. This appeal forms part of the ongoing Ramadan campaign, which is operating on a 24-hour basis with the aim of identifying and penalising those responsible for any violations and thereby safeguarding the civilised appearance of the emirate.
Gulf Today
04-03-2025
- Gulf Today
Dubai Police arrest 9 beggars on the first day of Ramadan
In a coordinated effort between the Suspects and Criminal Phenomena Department of the General Department of Criminal Investigation and Dubai police stations, nine beggars were arrested across Dubai on the first day of Ramadan. The crackdown is part of the 'A Conscious Society, Free of Beggars' campaign launched by the Dubai Police in collaboration with strategic partners, including the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai Municipality, the Islamic Affairs, and Charitable Activities Department, and Al Ameen Service, aimed at preserving the emirate's civilised image by combating and preventing begging. The director of the Suspects and Criminal Phenomena Department in the General Department of Criminal Investigation at Dubai Police, Brigadier Ali Salem Al Shamsi, stated that the anti-begging campaign is among the successful initiatives conducted in partnership with partners, contributing to a yearly reduction in the number of beggars due to strict and decisive actions against offenders. "The first day of Ramadan saw the arrest of nine individuals, including five males and four females," he said. Al Shamsi confirmed that Dubai Police annually devises a comprehensive security plan to combat begging, intensifying patrols where beggars are likely to be found. He further stated that the Dubai Police, in their ongoing commitment to combat all negative phenomena affecting the community, annually monitors the fraudulent methods used by beggars in order to develop plans and programs to prevent these activities. "This ultimately leads to the apprehension of those involved, thereby protecting the community," Al Shamsi continued. Exploiting Compassion He also emphasised the lengths to which beggars will go to exploit the public's goodwill, especially during significant times like the holy month. He urged the community to be wary of their manipulations, which can take various forms, including the exploitation of children, patients, and people of determination in begging to elicit sympathy. "Several cases have been reported of women begging while accompanied by children," Al Shamsi added. He highlighted that the campaign targets all forms of begging, whether traditional—found in prayer gatherings, community meetings, and markets—or non-traditional, such as online begging and soliciting donations for building mosques abroad or claiming to need help for humanitarian reasons. Al Shamsi emphasized that the campaign aims to achieve several key objectives, including maintaining the community's dignified image and protecting it from crimes related to both traditional and electronic begging. "Official entities and charitable organisations are available for those needing financial assistance or services like "Iftar for the Fasting," he noted. Moreover, Al Shamsi advised against responding to beggars' pleas or interacting with them out of pity, encouraging the public to report beggars immediately via the contact center (901) or the 'Police Eye' service on the Dubai Police smart app, as well as to report cases of electronic begging through the 'E-crime' online platform.
Filipino Times
04-03-2025
- Filipino Times
Dubai Police arrest 9 beggars on first day of Ramadan
The Dubai Police have arrested nine beggars across the city during the first day of Ramadan, as part of an ongoing crackdown aimed at curbing this illegal activity. In a news release, Brigadier Ali Salem Al Shamsi, Director of the Suspects and Criminal Phenomena Department in the General Department of Criminal Investigation at Dubai Police, stated that the campaign, 'A Conscious Society, Free of Beggars,' has helped reduce the number of beggars annually through strict enforcement. 'The first day of Ramadan saw the arrest of nine individuals, including five males and four females,' Brig. Al Shamsi said. He also warned the public of their manipulative tactics, such as involving children, people with disabilities, or falsely claiming financial distress, to exploit people's generosity during the holy month. The campaign targets both in-person and online begging, which includes soliciting at gatherings, markets, and mosques, as well as fraudulent digital donation schemes. Al Shamsi urged those in need to seek assistance from accredited charitable organizations that offer legitimate support, such as the 'Iftar for the Fasting' initiative. Dubai Police have advised residents not to give money to beggars and to report any instances through the Dubai Police contact center (901), the 'Police Eye' service on the Dubai Police app, or the 'E-crime' online platform.
TAG 91.1
03-03-2025
- TAG 91.1
Nine beggars arrested as Dubai Police steps up crackdown
Nine beggars were arrested across Dubai on the first day of Ramadan as part of an ongoing campaign by Dubai Police to combat begging. The crackdown, under the slogan 'A Conscious Society, Free of Beggars,' is a joint effort with strategic partners like the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs, the Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai Municipality, the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department, and Al Ameen Service. Five men and four women were among those arrested on the first day of the holy month. Brigadier Ali Salem Al Shamsi, Director of the Suspects and Criminal Phenomena Department said that Dubai Police has drawn up a detailed security plan to combat begging, including the exploitation of vulnerable people to gain sympathy, particularly during Ramadan. He noted cases of women begging with children, as well as other deceptive practices such as online begging and false claims for donations. The official has urged the public not to engage with beggars or respond to their pleas, but to report such cases immediately through the Dubai Police contact centre at 901, the 'Police Eye' service on the Dubai Police app, or the 'E-crime' online platform for electronic scams. Official charity services are available for those in need, ensuring that assistance is given through legitimate channels. #News | Dubai Police Arrests 9 Beggars on the First Day of Ramadan Details: #CombatBegging #GiveWisely #RamadanInDubai — Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) March 3, 2025
Khaleej Times
03-03-2025
- Khaleej Times
Dubai Police arrest 9 beggars on the first day of Ramadan
Dubai Police arrested nine beggars on the first day of Ramadan as part of the anti-begging campaign. Five males and four females were among those arrested. The crackdown is part of Dubai Police's 'fight begging' campaign. The campaign aims to preserve the emirate's civilised image by combating and preventing begging. Brigadier Ali Salem Al Shamsi, director of the Suspects and Criminal Phenomena Department in the General Department of Criminal Investigation, stated that the anti-begging campaign is among the successful initiatives conducted in partnership with partners. Due to strict and decisive actions against offenders, the number of beggars has been reduced annually. In the UAE, begging is a crime punishable by a fine of Dh5,000 and up to three months in prison. Those involved in organising begging rings or recruiting individuals from outside the country to solicit alms can face a six-month prison term and a Dh100,000 fine. Additionally, raising funds without a permit can result in fines of up to Dh500,000. Al Shamsi confirmed that Dubai Police annually devises a comprehensive security plan to combat begging, intensifying patrols where beggars are likely to be found. He further stated that the Dubai Police, in their ongoing commitment to combat all negative phenomena affecting the community, annually monitors the fraudulent methods used by beggars in order to develop plans and programs to prevent these activities. "This ultimately leads to the apprehension of those involved, thereby protecting the community," Al Shamsi continued. Exploiting feelings of compassion He also emphasised the lengths to which beggars will go to exploit the public's goodwill, especially during significant times like the holy month. He urged the community to be wary of their manipulations, which can take various forms, including the exploitation of children, patients, and people of determination in begging to elicit sympathy. "Several cases have been reported of women begging while accompanied by children," Al Shamsi added. He highlighted that the campaign targets all forms of begging, whether traditional—found in prayer gatherings, community meetings, and markets—or non-traditional, such as online begging and soliciting donations for building mosques abroad or claiming to need help for humanitarian reasons. Al Shamsi emphasised that the campaign aims to achieve several key objectives, including maintaining the community's dignified image and protecting it from crimes related to both traditional and electronic begging. "Official entities and charitable organisations are available for those needing financial assistance or services like "Iftar for the Fasting," he noted. Moreover, Al Shamsi advised against responding to beggars' pleas or interacting with them out of pity, encouraging the public to report beggars immediately via the contact center (901) or the 'Police Eye' service on the Dubai Police smart app, as well as to report cases of electronic begging through the 'E-crime' online platform.
