Sharjah 24: The “beggary is a crime and giving is a responsibility” campaign launched by Sharjah Police last April 2022 during the holy month of Ramadan, as part of its efforts to combat negative behaviours, has resulted in the arrest of 169 beggars.

Head of the Beggars Control Team in Sharjah Police, Lt. Col. Jassim Mohammed bin Taliah, said that the “beggary is a crime and giving is a responsibility” is one of the successful campaigns that contributed significantly to reducing the number of beggars during the holy month, given the strict and firm measures taken against the arrested beggars, noting that the team managed to arrest (116 men, 53 women) beggars, who were reported through the direct communication channels provided by the Sharjah Police, as well as through the field campaigns of the control teams that roam all the roads of the emirate.

Lieutenant Colonel bin Taliah added that the campaign continues in implementation of the directions of the Ministry of Interior, and in continuation of the efforts of the Sharjah Police to reduce negative practices, through integrated security plans to combat beggary, which is active in different seasons, stressing that beggary is a crime and threatens the security of society, and distorts appearance. He called on the public to make their donation through charitable associations and institutions officially approved by government agencies, and to cooperate with the police in this regard.