Over 350 illegal street vendors arrested in Dubai

Sunday, 23 March 2025 16:02

By ARN News Centre

As many as 375 street vendors, who illegally sold food and counterfeit goods, have been arrested in Dubai during the first half of Ramadan.

In a post on its official social media handle, the Dubai Police confirmed that numerous vehicles used to transfer the illegal items were also seized.

"These actions violate public safety regulations and health requirements set by the relevant authorities," the authority added.

#News | Dubai Police Arrests 375 Street Vendors in the First Half of Ramadan
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https://t.co/afsHsqz9wS #CombatBegging #PoliceEye pic.twitter.com/wcNkjABS4X
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) March 23, 2025

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