Authorities have urged residents not to give money to beggars and to report any such incidents.
UAE Detains Beggar Who Collected 14,000 Dirhams in Just 3 Days. The Anti-Begging Unit of the Sharjah Police General Command has detained an individual found in possession of Dh14,000 (over a million Pakistani rupees), which he had gathered through begging in 72 hours.
According to the Brigadier General Omar Al-Ghazal Al-Shamsi, Director of the Special Tasks Department and Head of the Beggars and Street Vendors Monitoring Team, begging is a negative social and security issue, with individuals exploiting public sympathy for quick and illegal financial gains.
How the Arrest Happened
A concerned citizen reported the beggar to the police after spotting him near a mosque, appealing to worshippers by claiming financial hardship. Upon arrival, police discovered that the suspect was residing in the country illegally and had amassed a large sum of money in just three days.
Anti-Begging Campaign in Sharjah (UAE)
Brigadier Al-Shamsi emphasized that Sharjah Police continues its efforts to combat begging through its “Begging is a Crime, Giving is a Responsibility” campaign, launched at the beginning of Ramadan.
Key measures include:
- Increased military and civilian patrols to identify and apprehend beggars.
- A crackdown on individuals who engage in begging as a seasonal profession, particularly during religious occasions.
Public Urged to Report Begging Cases
Authorities have urged residents not to give money to beggars and to report any such incidents by calling the toll-free number 80040 or the call center at 901.
