Sharjah: More than 40 illegal residents were arrested in Sharjah in one day as part of a police campaign launched in the emirate to stem loitering in public places, Sharjah Police said. All the suspects were arrested on Sunday in one area, police said.
The 44 suspects were of various nationalities. The police said those caught had entered the country illegally or absconded from their sponsors.
They took part in activities to earn cash quickly, by either street hawking, begging or gambling.
A police official said the campaign will continue according to a security plan set by Sharjah Police.
The official said a large number of those arrested were found sheltering in abandoned buildings, building sites, workshops and empty labour accommodation. He said this campaign comes as part of a plan to curb the phenomenon of illegal residents. He stressed inspections would continue to combat any illegal practices.
