Two arrested after Sharjah Police recover $100,000 worth of stolen goods
Sharjah Police have arrested two suspects accused of stealing amber prayer beads valued at more than $100,000 (Dh367,000) and recovered the stolen goods within 24 hours of the report being filed. A Chinese citizen alerted police after advertising his goods for sale on social media. Police said two individuals expressed interest in buying all the items and arranged to inspect them. The suspects…
Sharjah Police have apprehended two individuals accused of stealing valuable amber prayer beads worth over $100,000 (Dh367,000). The theft was reported by a Chinese citizen who had advertised the items for sale online. Police quickly mobilised investigations after receiving the report. Within 24 hours of the incident, the suspects approached the victim, lured them to a location in Sharjah, stole the goods under false pretences, and escaped.
Specialised teams were deployed to gather evidence, analyse forensic data, and trace the suspects' activities. After close cooperation with local authorities, the teams identified and arrested the accused, recovering all stolen property in under 24 hours. Police spokesperson Brig Dr Khalifa Belhaj praised the swift resolution, effective use of technology, and adherence to safety measures in transactions involving strangers.
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