H.H. Sheikh Mohammed pardons 686 prisoners

Thursday, 13 June 2024 21:05

By ARN News Staff

As many as 686 prisoners have been pardoned in Dubai ahead of Eid Al Adha.

Their release was ordered by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

The Dubai Public Prosecution, in collaboration with Dubai Police, has started the legal procedures to implement the directive.

.@HHShkMohd orders the release of 686 prisoners of different nationalities from Dubai’s correctional and punitive establishments, ahead of Eid Al Adha. pic.twitter.com/66k7wifbhv
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) June 13, 2024

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