UAE: Expat finds bagful of cash, hands it over to police

An Asian expat was honoured in Abu Dhabi for handing over a bag filled with cash to the police.

He said he had brought the money to the Tourism Police hoping that the person who lost it would be able to get it back.

In appreciation of his honesty, the Abu Dhabi Police recently recognised him in a brief ceremony.

Major-General Mohammed Suhail Al Rashidi, director of the Criminal Security Division, commended the man for his contribution and handed him a gift . He said acts of kindness such as this contribute to strengthening the security of the community.

The expat thanked the authorities for the honour and appreciated the continuous efforts of the Abu Dhabi Police in maintaining public safety.

Among those who attended the event are Major-General Muslim Al Amri, Deputy Director of the Criminal Security Division, Major Rashid Khalaf Al Dahhery, Director of the CID, and presenter Rashid Mohammed Al Muhairi, Head of the Tourist Police Department.

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