UAE Police Rapidly Restores 76,000 AED to Tourist Possession
Dubai Police General Command promptly retrieved a sum exceeding 76 thousand dirhams, encompassing both dollars and dirhams, for an Arab tourist who had left the money in a taxi.
Efficient Response to Recovering Forgotten Cash
The entire process, from reporting to recovery, transpired within half an hour after the tourist submitted a report through the Dubai Police application's tourist police service. The incident occurred as the tourist was returning to his residence following the 2024 New Year celebrations.
Commitment to Rapid Response
Major General Jamal Salem Al Jallaf, Director of the General Department of Criminal Investigations and Investigations at Dubai Police, emphasized the commitment of the Dubai Police General Command, led by Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, to promptly address various reports. The goal is to enhance security, safety, and community satisfaction.
Tourist's Report and Swift Actions
Dubai Police received the report around 2 a.m. after the New Year's celebrations ended. The tourist reported leaving a bag with substantial amounts of money, in both dollar and dirham denominations, in a taxi accessed through a smart application. The tourist expressed hope for swift assistance in recovering the lost funds.
Procedures and Timely Recovery
Brigadier General Khalfan Obaid Al-Jallaf, Director of the Tourist Police Department, outlined the procedures followed. The Tourist Police team quickly identified the taxi and its driver, contacting them to retrieve the money. The entire process took merely half an hour, showcasing the team's readiness to handle such incidents during New Year's events.
Recognition of Professionalism and Honesty
Brigadier Al Jallaf commended the professionalism of the team that handled the report and acknowledged the honesty of the taxi driver, who cooperated with Dubai Police in swiftly returning the money to the tourist. The tourist expressed gratitude for the rapid response, praising Dubai Police's efforts in ensuring security and safety in the Emirate of Dubai.
