UAE residents alert: Cops warn about 'spit-sneeze' scam

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Sharjah - A video posted by Sharjah Police advised vigilance if anyone spits or sneezes on your clothes.

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Published: Fri 18 Dec 2020, 5:08 PM

Last updated: Fri 18 Dec 2020, 5:29 PM

All members of the public must exercise caution, Sharjah Police warned in an advisory issued on Thursday.

The authority urged the public to beware of those seeking to cause trouble by employing a variety of deceptive methods.


A video posted on the Sharjah Police’s social media channels advised vigilance if anyone spits or sneezes on your clothes. It could be that you are about to be pickpocketed, it said.

Furthermore, members of society must avoid being deceived by strangers informing them of a breakdown in their vehicle.


Finally, avoid placing cash or bags on the seat next to the driver, as this makes one vulnerable to theft.


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