Watch: Thief arrested in Sharjah after stealing car in broad daylight
It was a peaceful morning in Sharjah when a resident parked his car and headed towards a store, only to return moments later to find it being driven off by someone else in broad daylight.After noticing the car had been left unlocked with its front window partially open, the thief hesitated briefly before getting in and driving away. The owner of the car was in shock and tried desperately to run after his vehicle, which was moving swiftly.He then contacted Sharjah Police to file a report of the incident. Within minutes, officers headed to the crime scene and revised surveillance cameras in the area, especially those in neighbouring stores.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The theft was clearly detected in one of the shots. Everything was obvious: the thief's face, the car, and the direction in which it went. A notice was then shared with the car's plate number and specifications.After hours of following up on the report, the car was seen parked in a deserted area, which was cordoned off by police officiers. The suspect was then caught and the car was returned to its owner.The theft was reenacted and posted by Alwousta TV in Sharjah's Al Daid. Watch here:Safety in SharjahSharjah enjoys a very high public safety satisfaction rate, with residents reporting they feel 99.7 per cent safe in 2024, according to Sharjah Police.The data also revealed high levels of trust in law enforcement. Residents feel about 97 per cent trust in the police to maintain safety and stability across the emirate.Major General Abdullah Mubarak bin Amer, Commander-in-Chief of Sharjah Police, said strong support from the emirate’s leadership has played a key role in building public confidence and ensuring a high standard of safety and security.Cameras in some Sharjah petrol stations to be linked with police systemsSharjah begins fire safety inspections in buildings after series of blazes'Calculated collision': How Sharjah police rescued driver from cruise control failure
It was a peaceful morning in Sharjah when a resident parked his car and headed towards a store, only to return moments later to find it being driven off by someone else in broad daylight.
After noticing the car had been left unlocked with its front window partially open, the thief hesitated briefly before getting in and driving away. The owner of the car was in shock and tried desperately to run after his vehicle, which was moving swiftly.
He then contacted Sharjah Police to file a report of the incident. Within minutes, officers headed to the crime scene and revised surveillance cameras in the area, especially those in neighbouring stores.
Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.
The theft was clearly detected in one of the shots. Everything was obvious: the thief's face, the car, and the direction in which it went. A notice was then shared with the car's plate number and specifications.
After hours of following up on the report, the car was seen parked in a deserted area, which was cordoned off by police officiers. The suspect was then caught and the car was returned to its owner.
The theft was reenacted and posted by Alwousta TV in Sharjah's Al Daid. Watch here:
Safety in Sharjah
Sharjah enjoys a very high public safety satisfaction rate, with residents reporting they feel 99.7 per cent safe in 2024, according to Sharjah Police.
The data also revealed high levels of trust in law enforcement. Residents feel about 97 per cent trust in the police to maintain safety and stability across the emirate.
Major General Abdullah Mubarak bin Amer, Commander-in-Chief of Sharjah Police, said strong support from the emirate’s leadership has played a key role in building public confidence and ensuring a high standard of safety and security.
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