Crime News

'It felt like a jail': Ex-scammer in UAE exposes how cybercrime ring stole millions

From doing 13-hour shifts to making 800 calls a day, exploited employees said they 'did not see the sky for weeks'

Rise in online scams: Dubai prosecutor calls for special court for cybercrime

These courts would be equipped to handle the growing number of cases involving online fraud, data breaches, and other cyber-related offences

Dubai: Father lands in court after helping murder-accused son flee country

The law allows for leniency if the person who failed to report the crime is a close relative of the perpetrator

UAE cracks down on counterfeit: 620 violations recorded since the start of 2023

Authorities aim to guarantee consumer rights and ensure a stable consumer environment with vibrant markets, adhering to the best international practices

Dubai: Drugs worth millions seized, smuggling attempt foiled using latest technology

Customs adopted an integrated series of procedures and technologies to deter illegal transporting of goods into the country

Dubai: Rolex watch for Dh320? Facebook post lures buyers with huge discount in an online scam

Residents are targeted by this sophisticated phishing fraud where they are tempted to provide personal and payment details

Dubai: Two men sentenced to prison and deportation for assault

In their first appearance at the court, both defendants denied charges of threatening and sexually assaulting the victim

UAE: Hundreds arrested in all-night operation as international cybercrime syndicates dismantled

A telesales agent told Khaleej Times that they 'collectively defrauded hundreds of people daily'

UAE: Police recover Dh300,000 stolen from woman in online scam

Beware of cloned official websites that trick users into entering their bank information, residents told

UAE residents fall victim to scammers pretending to be cops

The TDRA has confirmed the app is secure; however, scammers continue to use sophisticated tactics to try and con residents