Netherlands' most dangerous man arrested in Dubai

Tuesday, 17 December 2019 06:35

Netherlands' most dangerous man has been arrested in Dubai.

Dubai Police nabbed Ridouan Taghi, the leader of 'Angels of Death' - a dangerous criminal cartel that operates in Europe and Africa, at a residential villa in the city.

The operation was carried out in cooperation with Dutch authorities and the Interpol.

Police confirmed that Taghi, who had entered the UAE using a "different ID", did not commit any criminal activities in the region.

The accused will be referred to relevant judicial authorities in the UAE.

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