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Dubai Police arrested a 22-member gang that stopped motorists on major roads and asked for money.
Dubai Police
Dubai Police have arrested a 22-member begging gang that targeted motorists on major roads across Dubai, Gulf News reported. The group posed as stranded travelers asking drivers for fare money. A tip-off through the Police Eye service on the Dubai Police app led to the arrests.
How did Dubai Police catch the begging gang?
Police acted on a Police Eye report about people stopping drivers and asking for money. Field teams identified one suspect and monitored his movements. This exposed the wider group, and all 22 members were arrested. Legal procedures have been initiated against them.
What did the gang tell motorists?
The suspects claimed they were stranded and needed cash to cover travel expenses. They appealed to drivers' sympathy by saying they needed money for transportation.
Investigators found the suspects were not acting alone. They were operating as an organized group across several major locations in Dubai.
Where did the begging gang operate in Dubai?
The gang members were found begging at several busy areas:
- Al Khor Street
- Ras Al Khor
- Bu Kadra Bridge area
- Dubai-Al Ain Road bridge
After surveillance and information gathering, the authorities prepared a security plan to apprehend the group.
Why is begging on major roads a risk for motorists?
Police said begging on main roads is illegal. It can also create serious safety risks for both beggars and motorists.
Drivers who stop to give money may pull over in unsafe spots or on heavily trafficked roads. This could put them and other road users at risk. Police urged motorists not to respond to such tactics and not to stop where doing so could endanger themselves or others.
How can residents report begging in Dubai?
Residents can report suspected begging and other illegal activities through the Police Eye service on the Dubai Police app. Police said reports are handled confidentially. They help specialized teams monitor suspicious activity, identify those involved and take action.
Dubai Police highlighted the role of the public in detecting illegal activities. The force said the Police Eye report was the starting point for monitoring the suspects. Police said timely reporting strengthens community partnership and supports efforts to maintain security and safety across the emirate.
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