Dubai Police

Policy & Legal Updates

Dubai Court Orders $468,332 Repayment Following $803,000 Crypto Phishing Scam on X

The Dubai Civil Court of First Instance ordered a defendant to return $468,332 in cryptocurrency, or its equivalent in dirhams, to a victim who lost $803,000 in an X phishing scam. Dubai Police traced the stolen assets through decentralized wallet swaps into the defendant's registered trading account. The court also awarded the victim Dh50,000 in moral damages following a final criminal conviction.

Policy & Legal Updates

Dubai Police Arrest Group for Coordinated Fake Google Reviews Targeting Company

Dubai Police have arrested a group accused of deliberately posting fake negative reviews on a company's Google Maps page to harm its reputation and cause financial losses. Investigators found individuals linked to commercial establishments coordinated the false reviews following a complaint from the victim firm. The suspects have been referred to the Public Prosecution under UAE cybercrime regulations.

Policy & Legal Updates

Dubai Implements New Heavy Freight Movement Restrictions on Major Commercial Roads

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority and Dubai Police have introduced new heavy freight regulations impacting major trade corridors across the emirate. The measures impose a 16-hour daily ban on Sheikh Zayed Road and Beirut Street, alongside 24-hour restrictions on several other corridors. Transport operators requiring transit during restricted hours must obtain electronic mobility permits from the RTA, while Emirates Road remains exempt.

Policy & Legal Updates

Dubai Enacts Heavy Freight Truck Restrictions Across Key Road Corridors

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority and Dubai Police have introduced new heavy freight movement restrictions taking effect October 1, 2026. The regulations impose a 16-hour daily ban on Sheikh Zayed Road and Beirut Street, alongside 24-hour restrictions on several other corridors. Companies requiring transit during restricted windows must secure electronic mobility permits, while Emirates Road remains exempt.