How did this whole cyber fraud happen?

This case dates back to January 2026 when a person clicked on a fake link in the name of Consumer Protection Service. After this he shared his bank card information and CVV number. Initially a small amount was deducted but later around 6,60,000 dirhams were withdrawn from his account. This money was sent to three different bank accounts in Dubai. The competent authorities identified these three people through bank investigation and tracking the movement of money.

How did these people get trapped in the greed for jobs?

The three arrested people were lured by a fake job advertisement on social media. They were told to use their bank accounts to receive money and send it forward, in return for which they would receive commission. Although he told the court that he did not know that this money had come in a wrong way, but the court found him guilty on the basis of the evidence and his confession. This case is especially a lesson for those expatriates who trust online job offers without proper investigation.

What punishment did the court give and how much fine did it impose?

The Dubai Misdemeanors Court delivered its verdict on 21 April 2026. The court ordered the three culprits to be jailed for two months and then deported. Under the UAE’s Federal Decree Law No. 34 (2021), online fraud is punishable by a minimum of one year in prison and a fine ranging from 2.5 lakh to 10 lakh dirhams. The court has imposed the following penalty in this case: