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Filipino Times
16-03-2025
- Filipino Times
Dubai Police nabs 33 beggars in first 10 days of Ramadan
Dubai Police has arrested 33 beggars of various nationalities in the first ten days of Ramadan as part of their anti-begging campaign, aiming to maintain the country's dignified image and prevent illegal begging activities. Colonel Ahmed Al Odaidi, Deputy Director of the Suspects and Criminal Phenomena Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation, highlighted the success of 'A Conscious Society, Free of Beggars' campaign in curbing the rise of beggars each year. 'This campaign has effectively reduced the number of beggars each year, thanks to strict measures taken against those apprehended. In the first ten days of the holy month, the campaign resulted in the arrest of 33 beggars from various nationalities,' Colonel Al Odaidi stated. He added that patrols have been increased in areas where begging is common, and authorities continue to monitor deceptive tactics used to gain public sympathy, including online begging. Police warn that beggars may exploit children, patients, or people of determination to solicit money, while cases of women begging with children have also been reported. Begging is a criminal offense in the UAE, punishable by imprisonment of up to three months and a fine of AED 5,000. Dubai Police are urging residents to refrain from giving money to beggars and instead donate through official charitable organizations that provide financial assistance to those in need. 'Official entities and charitable organisations are available for those needing financial assistance or services like 'Iftar for the Fasting,'' Al Odaidi said. Dubai Police urges the public to donate through official charities instead, and report beggars via 901, the 'Police Eye' app, or the 'E-crime' platform.
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.
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.
