Dubai police, in collaboration with the Bureau of National Investigations (BNI), have launched a major crackdown on covert scam operations in the emirate. The operation has led to the arrest of 51 Chinese nationals and over 1,000 individuals from Africa and Pakistan, including around 300 Ghanaians.

The arrested individuals were allegedly involved in various scam activities, including phone banking fraud and cyber fraud. According to the authorities, the Chinese nationals face up to 10 years in prison. Those with Emirati IDs however will be released after one month. Individuals without any form of identification have been deported.

The seized materials, including laptops, passports, and IDs, will be destroyed, and any recidivists will face a 20-year prison sentence.

This crackdown is part of the Dubai Police and BNI’s efforts to eliminate these covert scam operations. This is part of their quest to protect the public from falling victim to such fraudulent activities. The authorities have vowed to continue their vigilance and take strong action against those involved in these illegal activities.