Asian caught red-handed while stealing bike near Dubai metro - GulfToday

Asian caught red-handed while stealing bike near Dubai metro

  • 16 Dec 2020
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Sohaila Ahmed, Staff Reporter

A 23-year-old Asian worker was arrested and referred to criminal court by the Dubai Public Prosecution for attempting to steal a bike that was placed near a metro station in Dubai.

Luckily, the metro’s police officer witnessed the attempted robbery and caught the defendant red-handed while trying to break the bike’s lock using a sharp object.

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The officer immediately arrested the defendant, who was later prosecuted and charged with robbery for committing such a reckless crime.

A severe punishment is expected for the apprehended thief.

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