Sharjah Police present research paper at Japan meet

The General Command of Sharjah Police has strengthened its global profile by presenting a specialised research paper at the International Conference on Forensic Science, held in Osaka, Japan.

Lieutenant Noura Abdul Jalil Hajouni from the Chemistry Section of the Forensic Evidence and Laboratories Department delivered the paper remotely, highlighting a new trend involving the misuse of pharmaceutical products for recreational purposes – specifically the substance “tropicamide eye-drops”.

The study examined the chemical properties of the drug, its impact on the nervous system, indicators of its spread, and modern detection methods. It also spotlighted Sharjah Police’s efforts to monitor this phenomenon through advanced scientific techniques and precise laboratory analysis, underscoring the force’s readiness to tackle emerging challenges.

Brigadier Naji Mohammed Al Hammadi, Deputy Director-General of the General Directorate of Criminal Security and Ports, emphasised the importance of national talent participating in international scientific forums, describing such involvement as an investment in developing expertise and empowering competencies. He noted that Sharjah Police were committed to knowledge-exchange and continuous learning, integrating research and development as a core pillar of their modernisation drive.

Al Hammadi affirmed that Sharjah Police would maintain this approach to enhance the force’s knowledge presence on the global stage, guided by the belief that knowledge is key to building a secure and progressive future.

Earlier, Major General Abdullah Mubarak Bin Amer, Commander-in-Chief of Sharjah Police, commended the emirate’s qualitative progress, exemplified by the increase in the safety feeling rate to 99.7 per cent in 2024.

He stressed that this success is a direct reflection of the insightful vision and wise guidance of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. His continuous patronage has played a key role in strengthening security, improving the preparedness of the police force and promoting its long-term development, in line with the UAE’s aspirations for a safe society that enjoys stability and a high quality of life. He also noted that the continuous interest and tireless follow-up of Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Abdullah Bin Salem Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, had a significant impact on supporting the development process.

WAM