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Gulf Today
11-08-2025
- Gulf Today
Minor without driving licence steals car, totals it in Abu Dhabi accident
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court ruled that a guardian must pay Dhs74,081 to an individual in a case involving the guardian's minor son stealing a car, driving it, and causing an accident resulting in the car's damage. The court also ordered the guardian to pay the fees and expenses of the lawsuit. The court heard that a minor without a driving licence stole a car without the owner's permission. Due to his recklessness and lack of consideration for road conditions and traffic instructions, as well as his failure to respect applicable laws, he caused an accident that resulted in damage to the car. This resulted in irreparable damage, rendering the car unfit for use. The car owner was therefore forced to rent a car from a rental office, which resulted in significant financial losses. He filed a lawsuit demanding that the minor's guardian pay him Dhs200,000 for the value of the car, compensate him for renting a vehicle for over one year and six months, and pay the value of the vehicle release invoices. This was to be paid in his personal capacity and as the natural guardian of his son, who caused the damage as a result of his proven mistake. The owner also demanded legal interest at a rate of 9% from the date of the legal claim until full payment and the payment of fees, expenses and attorney's fees. As a juvenile under sixteen years of age, the minor was referred to the Public Prosecution Office, which investigated the incident and ultimately referred him to the Misdemeanour Court. A criminal case was filed against him as a family prosecution case, and he was found guilty. As the minor and his guardian could not appeal this ruling, it became final and binding. The Court appointed an expert to determine the damages incurred by the car owner as a result of the accident, as well as the market value of the damages caused by the minor. In his report, the expert concluded that the car was not roadworthy and a total loss, as the cost of repairing it exceeded 50% of its market value of Dhs80,000 at the time of the incident. The market value of the wreckage was estimated at Dhs15,000. Therefore, the car owner was entitled to Dhs65,000 for the car's market value, plus Dhs1,081 for releasing the car from impoundment. According to the expert's assessment, the car owner is also entitled to compensation for loss of use of his vehicle in the amount of Dhs5,000 and compensation for moral damages in the amount of Dhs3,000. Therefore, the court ruled that the minor's guardian must pay the car owner Dhs74,081. Regarding the car owner's claim for compensation for the cost of renting a vehicle for over one year and six months, the court clarified that the case documents contained no evidence that he had rented a replacement car. Instead of invoices for the rental of a replacement car, a price quote for the rental of a replacement car was attached. Therefore, the court ruled to reject this part of the claim for financial compensation in its current form.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Time of India
European tourist jailed, facing deportation for shoplifting designer handbag in Dubai mall
Surveillance footage revealed the woman stole the handbag while her group distracted the staff (Representational Image) A female European tourist has been sentenced to one month in jail for shoplifting a designer handbag valued at Dh7,000 from a luxury retail store in a Dubai mall. After serving her prison sentence, she will be deported from the UAE. According to court records, the theft was brought to light when a vigilant shop attendant noticed the disappearance of the handbag shortly after a group of five individuals, consisting of one man and four women, entered the store posing as customers. The store employee explained that the group engaged him in conversation, ostensibly asking about product prices to distract him. 'The group engaged him in conversation under the pretext of asking about product prices,' the report stated. Suspecting something was amiss, the employee reviewed the in-store surveillance footage after the group left. The video revealed the theft in clear detail: one of the women discreetly grabbed the high-value handbag while the others distracted the staff. The coordinated distraction and swift execution indicated a deliberate and premeditated shoplifting attempt. Dubai Police acted promptly upon receiving the report. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Indianapolis: Stunning New 2-Bed Senior Apartments (Take A Peek Inside) Senior Apartments | Search Ads Click Here Undo A criminal investigation team reviewed the surveillance footage, successfully tracked down the suspect, and arrested her. During interrogation, the woman confessed to the crime, admitting she took the handbag while visiting the mall with her siblings. Following her arrest, the woman was referred to the Misdemeanour Court, which found her guilty of shoplifting. She was sentenced to one month in prison, after which she will be deported. Dubai Police reiterated their firm stance on retail theft, emphasizing that shoplifting is a criminal offense with serious consequences, regardless of the item's value or the offender's nationality or background. This case underscores the commitment of Dubai authorities to maintain law and order and protect retailers and consumers alike.
Khaleej Times
20-06-2025
- Khaleej Times
Dubai: European tourist jailed for shoplifting designer handbag worth Dh7000
A female European tourist has been sentenced to one month in jail for shoplifting a designer handbag worth Dh7,000 from a luxury retail store at a mall in Dubai. She will be deported after serving time in prison. According to court records, the incident – which occurred recently – was reported after a vigilant shop attendant noticed the disappearance of the handbag shortly after a group of five individuals, one man and four women, visited the store posing as customers. According to the store employee, the group engaged him in conversation under the pretext of asking about product prices. After they left, the employee grew suspicious and reviewed the in-store surveillance footage, which exposed the theft in detail. The video showed one of the women discreetly grabbing the high-value handbag while the rest of the group kept the staff distracted. The coordinated distraction and swift execution of the theft pointed to a deliberate act of shoplifting. Dubai Police launched an investigation immediately after receiving the report. A criminal investigation team from Dubai Police reviewed the footage, tracked down the suspect, and arrested her. During interrogation, the woman admitted to the crime, saying she took the handbag while visiting the mall with her siblings. She was referred to the Misdemeanour Court, which found her guilty of shoplifting and sentenced her to one month in prison, followed by deportation. Dubai Police reiterated their firm stance on retail theft, reaffirming that shoplifting, regardless of the item's value or the offender's background, is a criminal offense with serious consequences.
Gulf Today
09-05-2025
- Gulf Today
Dubai court jails woman for stealing Dhs7,000 handbag
The Misdemeanour Court in Dubai sentenced a European woman to one month in jail and deportation from the UAE after serving her sentence for stealing a women's branded handbag valued at Dhs7,000. The incident dates back to October 2024 when a salesperson at a handbag store in a Dubai shopping mall reported the theft of a women's handbag from the store. He stated that a man and four women had entered the store, inquired about the prices of some items, and left. Shortly after, the theft of the handbag was discovered. The salesperson reviewed the store's CCTV footage and observed the suspected woman stealing the handbag while he was engaged in conversation with the group she was with. The police was immediately notified, and a search for the suspect was initiated. According to the case file, a team from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) gathered evidence, analysed the CCTV footage, and identified the suspect who was arrested and, during questioning, admitted to stealing the handbag while shopping with her siblings at the mall in Dubai.
Gulf Today
08-05-2025
- Gulf Today
Dubai court fines driver Dhs3,000, suspends his licence for 3 months in hit and run case
Misdemeanour Court in Dubai fined an Asian driver Dhs3,000 and suspended his driving licence for three months, starting from the date of the verdict, after being convicted of hitting an African motorcyclist, causing injuries, and then fleeing the scene without reporting the incident to the police. The incident dates back to December 2024 when Dubai Police received a report of a collision on Al Asayel Street in Dubai. According to a police officer's testimony, upon arriving at the scene, he found the motorcyclist lying on the side of the road with moderate injuries, so he was immediately transported to the hospital for treatment. Investigations revealed that the suspect drove negligently and without attention, failing to maintain a safe distance from the motorcycle, which resulted in the accident. Preliminary examination of the accident site confirmed that the fleeing driver was entirely responsible for the collision. The Criminal Investigation Team identified the driver after analysing CCTV footage from the area, and he was later arrested. During questioning, the suspect admitted to causing the accident and fleeing the scene without providing any justification, despite the incident resulting in material damage and injury to another person.
