Robberies Don’t Happen In Dubai But Three Teenagers Accused…

The
crime rate in Dubai, and the UAE in general, is very low compared to most
nations that just as developed.

So when you do hear of a burglary or similar stuff, it can be
quite shocking.

Three teenagers have been accused of robbing a grocery store in
Dubai a few months ago. One is an American tourist aged 16 while his two
friends – a Cypriot and Afghan – are 18 and 19-years-old. They
broke into the store and stole cash (AED 6,500), mobile credit (AED
3,000), three ID cards and a charity donation box.

According to the court records, the Cypriot broke the lock using
a screwdriver after which all three teenagers went into the store and broke a
drawer containing the above items. 

A report was filed the following morning, and soon the three
were arrested. During questioning, they confessed to stealing and splitting the
cash and mobile cards, but in court the Afghan denied the charges. The
teenagers are also being investigated for alleged involvement in four similar
burglaries. 

The
American has been referred to juvenile court and the next hearing is on 5
September. 

Pic credit: Nick Carter (Flickr)