{
  "id": 9968333,
  "title": "Sharjah car stolen with engine still running — police find it within 2 hours",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/sharjah-car-stolen-with-engine-still-running-police-find-it-within-2",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-26T10:56:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/sharjah-car-stolen-with-engine-still-running-police-find-it-within-2-hours-1.500688730"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sharjah police quickly recovered a stolen car within two hours after receiving a theft report on September 24. The vehicle was left unattended with its engine running when the owner reported it missing. Specialized police teams conducted a rapid search and investigation, locating the car and arresting the suspect within the two-hour timeframe. The suspect was taken to a police station for the necessary legal procedures. Sharjah Police emphasized the dangers of leaving vehicles running, even briefly, as they are easy targets for opportunistic thieves. Unattended vehicles with engines running can also lead to traffic violations. Authorities advised motorists to follow safety measures, such as switching off the engine, locking all doors, and avoiding leaving valuables inside. They also urged the public to report emergencies by calling 999 and inquiries to 901.",
  "summary": "Sharjah: Police recovered a stolen car within just two hours of receiving a theft report after the vehicle was left unattended with its engine running, Sharjah Police said on Saturday. Officers located the vehicle, arrested the suspect and returned the car to its owner following a rapid search and investigation operation. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply…",
  "key_points": [
    "Sharjah police recover stolen car within 2 hours on September 24",
    "Car left running when owner reported theft",
    "Police arrest suspect after rapid search and investigation"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}