72 beggars held last year in RAK during Ramadan

Ras Al Khaimah Police is preparing to launch a campaign to curb begging during the holy month of Ramadan.

As part of the campaign, there will be more security patrols deployed in residential neighbourhoods, markets and places of worship such as mosques. Security patrols will be on duty even during late night hours.

The campaign comes under the guidance of Major-General Ali Abdullah Alwan Al Naimi, Police Chief of Ras Al Khaimah, in order to implement the strategy of Ministry of Interior towards enhancing security and safety in the emirate.

Brigadier Abdullah Khamis Al Hadidi, Director-General of Police Operations, explained that the campaign is launched annually during Ramadan and will be implemented in co-operation with different departments.

Last year, 72 people were caught begging.

Public can call police on 0507669229 to report about any beggar or call 999.

Brigadier Hadidi urged people not to donate money to those who beg and not to allow them into homes.

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