{
  "id": 5301016,
  "title": "MoI urges residents to carry QID, beware of police impersonators",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/moi-urges-residents-to-carry-qid-beware-of-police-impersonators",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-03T09:36:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/03/09/2026/moi-urges-residents-to-carry-qid-beware-of-police-impersonators"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Doha, Qatar - The Ministry of Interior has warned residents to carry their Qatar ID, known as the QID, when visiting public areas and to be cautious of individuals posing as police officers, according to a recent statement. Lt. Abdulrahman Abdullah Al Marri highlighted the importance of presenting a valid QID or its digital copy during emergencies, as this can expedite the identification process. In situations where an ID is unavailable, fingerprints may be utilized, and if identification remains unverified, the individual could be handed over to the Criminal Investigation Department.\n\nLt. Al Marri also cautioned residents who encounter someone impersonating a police officer while dressed in civilian attire. He advised questioning the person's identity by requesting to see their police ID before engaging further. If such suspicion arises, or if the individual cannot provide a police ID, the caller should immediately report the matter to the emergency number 999. A genuine police ID mirrors a QID, displaying the officer's name, photograph, department, and Ministry of Interior details on the reverse side.\n\nAl Fazaa Police operates as the primary point of response, offering security and humanitarian aid around the clock before more specialized units are dispatched. Their patrols cover all regions of the country and highways, aimed at maintaining safety, preventing and detecting criminal activities, curbing traffic violations, providing roadside assistance, and collaborating with other security entities. Citizens can reach out for emergencies or request police aid by dialing 999 or by approaching an Al Fazaa patrol if conditions permit.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha, Qatar: Citizens and residents have been urged to carry their Qatar ID (QID) when visiting public places and remain alert to individuals impersonating police officers, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) has said.</p> <p>Speaking on Wednesday during a webinar on the role of Al Fazaa Police and the Central Operations Department, Lieutenant Abdulrahman Abdullah Al Marri stressed that carrying a…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}