Dubai:
An alert Indian expat was honored at work by Dubai police for his bravery in stopping a thief who fled with cash worth 2.7 million dirhams in Dubai’s Deira district.
Senior officials from the Dubai Police surprised Keshur Kara Chavada Karu Ghela, 32, an Indian expatriate, at work Monday to honor him, the Khaleej Times newspaper reported Wednesday.
The incident took place last month in the Naif area of Deira district, where two Asians, carrying two bags containing Dh 4,250,000 in cash in different currencies, were intercepted by the suspect, who snatched a bag and headed for it. ran, the report said. The Director of Naif Police Station, Dr Major General Tariq Tahlak said.
“While the two Asian men were calling for help, Mr. Keshur saw the robber running towards him with the stolen bag. He bravely tackled the criminal, started to struggle with him and pressed him to the ground until the police patrols arrived and made the arrest Talak said.
His quick thinking helped thwart a Dh 2.7 million (approximately Rs 6.6 crore) robbery attempt in the Naif area, the report said.
Ghela said he was happy to be honored by the Dubai Police in front of his colleagues. He said he will cherish the medal of honor forever.
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Led by Major General Khalil Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Investigations, the delegation that visited Ghela at his office consisted of a number of senior officials, according to the Khaleej Times.
Major General Al Mansouri explained that honoring Ghela at his workplace and among his colleagues and neighbors is a reflection of the Dubai Police’s willingness to strengthen the concept of community partnership and strengthen individuals’ sense of responsibility.
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