Dubai: Dubai Police has honoured Saudi citizen Abdulrazzaq bin Zaal bin Jabr Al Ruwaili for his courage and quick action in saving a man from drowning in Dubai Creek.

Brigadier Dr Hassan Suhail Al Suwaidi, Director of Ports Police Station, presented Al Ruwaili with a certificate of thanks and appreciation in recognition of his bravery, humanitarian response and decisive action during the incident.

Life-saving act

Brigadier Dr Al Suwaidi said Al Ruwaili’s intervention exemplified humanitarian values, community responsibility and the willingness to step forward to protect the lives of others.

He said such actions reflect the awareness of community members and demonstrate their important role as partners in strengthening safety, security and quality of life.

He also encouraged members of the public to embrace the values of cooperation and helping others, and not to hesitate to assist people in need.

Community partnership

Brigadier Dr Al Suwaidi said Dubai Police is committed to encouraging positive values and acknowledging community members whose actions contribute to the safety and wellbeing of others.

He added that recognising Al Ruwaili also reinforces the importance of partnership between Dubai Police and the public and promotes a culture of cooperation and collective responsibility in maintaining security and safety.

‘A humanitarian and community duty’

Al Ruwaili expressed his appreciation to Dubai Police for the recognition, saying that what he had done was simply a humanitarian and community duty. He also praised Dubai Police’s continued efforts to enhance security and safety and serve the community.

The recognition reflects Dubai Police’s commitment to highlighting individuals whose courage, initiative and willingness to help others embody the values of a responsible and connected community.

Dubai Police honours Saudi national for saving drowning man in Dubai Creek