Police in Sharjah have been quick to catch a conman who duped a jeweller out of gold bars worth over AED 108,000.
He lured the victim to a location without CCTV cameras and then fled with the valuables.
Officers tracked him down before he could leave the country.
The suspect, who confessed to the crime has been referred to the public prosecution for further action.
Authorities are reminding gold and jewellery outlets to watch out for fraudsters posing as buyers.
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Online insults can lead to jail and AED 500,000 fine, Dubai authorities warn
Insulting or defaming people online can lead to prison and fines of up to AED 500,000 under the UAE law, Dubai Police has warned.
Gargash praises Dubai ruler's message of togetherness to Gulf people
Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has praised a message from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to the people of the Arab Gulf.
UAE condemns Israeli settler attack on European diplomatic delegation
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UAE President receives Emmanuel Macron on official visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received French President Emmanuel Macron, who arrived in the country on an official visit.
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