Couple jailed for 10 years in UAE for framing Indian business partner in drug case

Ras Al Khaimah: An Emirati man and his family members have been handed lengthy prison sentences for orchestrating a false drug case against his Indian business partner in a bid to seize control of their flourishing business.

The Ras Al Khaimah Criminal Court sentenced the Emirati man, identified as S.R., and his wife to 10 years in prison each, along with fines of Dh50,000. The wife’s brother, A.A., who played a central role in executing the plot, received a 15-year prison term and was fined Dh100,000.

Investigations revealed that S.R., influenced by his wife, devised a plan to eliminate his Indian business partner, who had been running a rapidly growing business with substantial profits. In an attempt to assume full control of a highly profitable venture, they decided to fabricate a drug possession charge against the partner.

S.R. enlisted the help of his brother-in-law, A.A., who had a history of drug use, to place drugs in the Indian partner’s vehicle. Following the setup, S.R. reported his partner to the police, leading to a search of the vehicle by the authorities and the subsequent arrest of the Indian businessman.

Plot twist

However, a drug test conducted on the Indian partner returned negative results, prompting investigators to delve deeper into the circumstances. During interrogation, the partner disclosed ongoing tensions with S.R. over the business, including attempts by the Emirati to dissolve the partnership and seize all profits. These revelations led to a comprehensive investigation that uncovered the premeditated nature of the accusations.
Confronted with mounting evidence, S.R. confessed to orchestrating the false charges with the assistance of his wife and A.A., who had placed the drugs in the vehicle.

The court found all three individuals guilty of fabricating evidence and sentenced jail terms and fines.