UAE
UAE: Police crack down on beggars
The Dubai Police launched an anti-begging campaign ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. The drive aims to promote community awareness on begging.
A total of 842 beggars belonging to various nationalities were arrested in the past three years.
The Director of the Infiltrators Department, CID, Dubai Police, said that registered charities would provide financial aid if their needs could be proven.
Individuals begging at public places and streets are unacceptable and punishable by law, he added.
He reminded the public to donate to charities instead of giving alms to beggars.
Authorities urged to report begging incidents on the toll-free number 901, or the ’Police Eye’ service, or via the e-crime platform.
