UAE residents are being warned to watch out for scammers impersonating VIP's online.
Dubai Police say that fraudsters are pretending to be public figures on social media sites, asking for money which they say is for people in need.
As part of the scam, the impersonators claim to return double the amount of money for those who donate.
Officials say that residents who see any suspicious activity online should contact the authorities.
UAE air defences respond to incoming missile threats, Sunday
UAE air defences are currently responding to "incoming missile and drone threats", according to alerts from the Ministry of Defence and The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA).
Debris incident kills one in Al Barsha
Dubai authorities have confirmed that debris from an aerial interception fell onto a vehicle in the Al Barsha area, resulting in the death of a driver.
H.H. Sheikh Mohamed promises UAE will 'emerge stronger than before'
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the UAE will "emerge stronger than before", affirming that the safety and security of citizens, residents, and visitors remain a top priority.
Dubai authorities handle minor incident at Dubai Marina
Dubai authorities have announced their response to an incident at a tower in Dubai Marina that occurred due to fallen debris on the building's facade as a result of a successful aerial interception.
UAE air defences are currently responding to "incoming missile and drone threats", according to alerts from the Ministry of Defence and The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA).
Dubai authorities have confirmed that debris from an aerial interception fell onto a vehicle in the Al Barsha area, resulting in the death of a driver.
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the UAE will "emerge stronger than before", affirming that the safety and security of citizens, residents, and visitors remain a top priority.
