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In a major move to fight international crime, Dubai Police have handed over two criminals to French authorities. These two men were wanted around the world for serious crimes such as attempted fraud and drug trafficking. This is not just an ordinary arrest story—it shows how countries are working together to make the world safer.
This extradition marks the tenth time this year that Dubai Police have sent a wanted criminal to France. Each of these individuals had committed serious international crimes, such as murder, drug smuggling, money laundering, and even leading criminal gangs. Let’s take a deeper look at what happened, how the police tracked them down, and why this operation matters.
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Who Were These Men and What Were They Accused Of?
The two men who were handed over were internationally wanted. That means they were not just criminals in one country—they were being looked for in many places at once. Their crimes included:
Attempted fraud: Trying to trick people or companies out of money.
Trafficking in narcotics and psychotropic substances: Selling illegal drugs, including ones that can change how people think or feel.
Because of how serious their crimes were, international organizations like INTERPOL and Europol added them to their most-wanted lists. INTERPOL is the International Criminal Police Organization that helps police in different countries work together. Europol is a European Union agency that also helps fight crime across European countries.
How Were They Caught?
The arrest did not happen overnight. It was the result of strong teamwork between different departments in the UAE.
First, international arrest warrants were issued. These are legal documents sent from one country to another, asking for help in finding and arresting a criminal. The International Cooperation Department of the UAE Ministry of Justice received these warrants and passed them to Dubai Police.
From there, the General Department of Criminal Investigation in Dubai got to work. Their special units began tracking the suspects using advanced technology. The Data Analysis Centre played a key role in this. It helped officers to:
Track the movements of the suspects
Locate exactly where they were
Plan the right time to arrest them
The search and investigation teams, along with the raid units, moved quickly and efficiently. Once the red notices were received from INTERPOL and Europol, it didn’t take long before both men were in custody.
Why Is This Important?
These arrests are part of Dubai Police’s bigger goal to fight crime—not just in the UAE but across the world. Criminals often move from country to country, thinking they can hide or avoid punishment. But this operation shows that even if they leave one country, they can still be caught in another.
Dubai Police work under the Ministry of Interior, which ensures that all arrests and extraditions follow proper legal steps. The Dubai Public Prosecution also plays a role, making sure that every case is handled fairly and legally.
By handing over these criminals to France, Dubai Police are showing that they:
Take international crime seriously
Want to help other countries catch dangerous people
Believe in justice and security for everyone
How Many Criminals Have Been Extradited So Far in 2025?
With this recent handover, the total number of criminals Dubai Police have extradited to France in 2025 has reached ten. These ten people were not involved in small crimes. They were wanted for major international offenses, such as:
Murder
Leading criminal gangs
Money laundering
Armed robbery
Drug trafficking
Each one of these cases required careful planning, international cooperation, and the use of modern crime-fighting technology.
What Does This Say About Dubai Police?
Dubai Police have been recognized around the world for their ability to solve complex crimes. They have advanced systems, trained officers, and good relationships with other police forces. This recent case proves that once again.
In their official statement, Dubai Police said: "The search and investigation teams, alongside the raid units and specialised divisions within the General Department of Criminal Investigation, successfully apprehended all wanted individuals shortly after receiving the red notices."
They also explained how modern tools helped them: "This success was achieved through dedicated field efforts and the application of advanced technology at the Data Analysis Centre, which enabled precise tracking, location identification, and ultimately ensured their handover to justice."
This shows that Dubai Police are not only well-prepared but also serious about international partnerships. They understand that crime doesn't stop at borders, and neither should justice.
Why Should Students and Young Readers Care?
You might be wondering, “Why should I care about criminals in another country?” That’s a fair question. But here’s why this matters:
Global Safety: When countries work together, they can make the world safer. A criminal hiding in one country may still be dangerous to people in another.
Justice Wins: No one should be above the law. These extraditions show that people who do wrong things can’t just run away and hide.
Teamwork Matters: This operation required teamwork from many different groups—police, lawyers, tech experts, and more. It’s a real-world example of how cooperation leads to success.
Technology Is Powerful: The use of data analysis and smart tracking tools helped police find the criminals. This shows how technology, when used right, can protect communities.
This story is more than just about two criminals being caught. It’s about what can be done when nations trust each other and work together. Dubai Police, with the help of their local and international partners, showed that justice can be delivered—even across borders.
In 2025 alone, they have sent ten dangerous criminals back to France. These actions help create a stronger, safer world for everyone. And with every successful operation like this, the message becomes clearer: crime may travel, but so does justice.
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