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Dubai: Two men sentenced to life for cocaine trafficking after sting operation
A subsequent search of their residence led to the discovery of 32 narcotic pills and a quantity of crystal meth
- PUBLISHED: Sat 26 Jul 2025, 9:16 AM
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- Afkar Ali Ahmed
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The Dubai Criminal Court has sentenced two Arab nationals to life imprisonment after they were found guilty of drug trafficking. The pair were arrested during a sting operation conducted by Dubai Police while attempting to sell cocaine to an undercover agent.
According to case details, Dubai Police’s General Department of Narcotics Control received credible intelligence indicating that one of the defendants had illegal narcotics and intended to sell them. Following thorough surveillance and verification of the information, officers obtained a warrant from the public prosecution and set up a sting to catch the suspects in the act.
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The operation was executed after anti-narcotics officers documented the marked money and coordinated with a source who posed as a buyer. The main suspect arrived at the agreed location on a motorbike accompanied by his accomplice, who remained on standby to monitor the area.
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As the first suspect handed over the cocaine in exchange for cash, the police team moved in. Officers apprehended the seller, while the second suspect attempted to flee the scene.
The arrested man confessed to knowing the accomplice, confirming they had jointly planned to sell the cocaine for Dh700. He admitted to executing the sale and said the other man had accompanied him. The suspect also confessed to discarding the police money upon arrest and refused to provide a sample for drug testing.
The second suspect was later tracked down and arrested. A subsequent search of their residence led to the discovery of 32 narcotic pills and a quantity of crystal meth, which they allegedly possessed for personal use.
A Dubai Police officer testified that the team followed all legal procedures, with one officer posing as the buyer. The meeting location was arranged, and the suspects showed up roughly 40 minutes later. The second defendant deliberately stood at a distance, appearing cautious and scanning the area.
Within minutes of completing the drug deal, officers moved in and arrested the first suspect. He attempted to flee and threw the money on the ground, but was quickly restrained. He later identified his accomplice from a photograph and revealed that he received a share of the profits from each sale. When police raided their residence, other individuals were found in an intoxicated state.
During court proceedings, the defendants argued that the investigation lacked credibility and was based on insufficient evidence. However, the court dismissed their claims, stating that the arresting officers acted within their legal authority. It added that it was satisfied with the weight of evidence presented, noting that the defendants’ denial was merely an attempt to escape liability.
