Sheikh Mohammed pardons 547 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha

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Sheikh Mohammed pardons 547 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha

Dubai - The move comes as part of Sheikh Mohammed's keenness to give the pardoned prisoners a chance to start a new life.

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Published: Tue 14 Aug 2018, 3:52 PM

Last updated: Wed 15 Aug 2018, 12:23 AM

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered the release of 547 prisoners of different nationalities from Dubai's correctional and punitive establishments, ahead of Eid Al Adha.

The Attorney-General of Dubai Essam Issa Al Humaidan said His Highness's gesture to pardon inmates aims to offer them a fresh start in life, ease their families' suffering, and help them reintegrate into the community.
Humaidan also said that Dubai Public Prosecution has immediately begun coordinating with Dubai Police to implement the order.


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