Dubai Police revamp forensic medical examination system to speed up investigations

Dubai Police have introduced a revised forensic medical examination system to cut the time needed to process cases and issue medical reports, helping investigators access evidence faster.

Major General Hareb Al Shamsi outlined the changes at a ceremony honoring the Forensic Medicine Department’s team.

What has changed in Dubai Police’s forensic medical examination system?

According to WAM, the system streamlines examination procedures, revises case-handling methods and adds medical personnel. Cases are now categorized by the type and severity of injuries, so specialists can select the appropriate examination process and coordinate more effectively with partner agencies. Workflows have also been simplified to reduce the steps needed to complete forensic reports.

What did Major General Hareb Al Shamsi say about the new system?

Al Shamsi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Affairs, said the department had improved its operational procedures by simplifying workflows and reducing the number of steps required to complete forensic reports. The changes had improved performance indicators through better planning, coordination and use of resources, he said.

He added that timely forensic assessments were essential to establishing facts and supporting judicial decisions with scientific evidence. Sustained improvements depended on regularly assessing existing procedures, identifying operational gaps and introducing practical measures that maintained the accuracy of medical findings while reducing delays.

“Investing in our people and empowering them to improve their working methods is the foundation of sustainable development and the continuous advancement of specialized services,” he said.

The ceremony was attended by Major General Eid Mohammad Thani Harib, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Investigation Affairs, and Brigadier Rashid Ahmad Lootah, Director of the General Department of Forensic Science and Criminology. Other officers and specialists were also present.

How is the Forensic Medicine Department reducing processing times?

Dr Younis Al Baloushi, Director of the Forensic Medicine Department, said the revised system was built around structured workflows designed to make examinations more efficient. They also ensure cases are handled according to their individual requirements.

He added that increased staffing and greater operational efforts had further helped reduce processing times and accelerate the preparation of medical reports. They had also improved the department’s ability to handle cases, he said.