Dubai Police General Command achieved a significant milestone on the global stage by successfully executing a collaborative security operation involving 15 countries' security services. This operation led to the apprehension of a wanted criminal who was listed on Interpol's records.
Dubai Police concluded the combined operation called "Pit Stop" by apprehending a wanted individual of European nationality upon their arrival at Dubai Airport from an East Asian country, which they intended to visit.
The Dubai Police General Command clarified that the individual who was apprehended is affiliated with a criminal syndicate that specializes in tax evasion through the establishment of companies with dispersed headquarters across multiple Eastern and Western European nations. However, the primary focus of their illicit operations lies within one specific Western European country, as this organization heavily relies on fraudulent practices. They fraudulently filed sales tax returns on e-commerce platforms, surpassing a total of 40 million euros.
His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, commended the exceptional performance of the work teams in different ports of Dubai. He highlighted their outstanding preparedness in apprehending internationally wanted criminals and emphasized the Dubai Police General Command's commitment to fulfilling its cooperative role. In collaboration with international law enforcement authorities, our objective is to effectively address and counteract various manifestations of organized crime that transcend national borders.
The Dubai Police is actively working to establish strong connections with security agencies in other countries. This is done to create a robust global security system, built on the exchange of expertise and successful security practices. Additionally, the Dubai Police aims to maintain a constant flow of information to improve the effectiveness of various operations. The components of the system and its capacity to effectively fulfill its role in minimizing and eradicating organized crime.
Lieutenant General Al Marri urged the Dubai Police departments and their work teams to improve their efficiency by studying and implementing the best international practices. He also encouraged them to develop innovative solutions to effectively combat any form of crime that poses a threat to society's security and safety. The UAE strives to maintain its institutions and accomplishments, ensuring that it continues to be a symbol of security and safety. It serves as a role model in delivering the utmost levels of safety and reassurance to its inhabitants, residents, and tourists. Additionally, Dubai aims to retain its status as the premier city worldwide for living, working, and visiting.
