Abu Dhabi Police have issued an urgent warning to motorists and residents after a scam message began circulating online, tricking people into believing they have a traffic violation.

The fake alert misuses an official police logo and provides a link to “check” the violation. But instead of leading to a government website, the link redirects to a hacker-controlled page operated by fraudsters in an Asian country. Victims risk losing personal data, banking details, and even money from their accounts.

Where the scam is spreading

According to police, the fraudulent link is being widely shared on WhatsApp, email, TikTok, Facebook, and X (Twitter).

The warning message being circulated online reads:

“Beware of any electronic message claiming you have a traffic fine and asking you to click a link to verify. These links are fake and run by scammers impersonating official websites.”

Why police are raising the alarm

• Fraudsters exploit fake advertisements and misleading links to steal financial and personal data.
• The bogus websites are designed to look like official portals but are in fact controlled by hackers.
• Scammers harvest bank details, passwords, and security codes once users enter their information.

How to protect yourself

• Verify the source: Open links only if you are 100% sure they are genuine.
• Don’t share sensitive info: Never type your banking or personal details into suspicious links.
• Use official apps only: Stick to government applications on the App Store or Google Play.
• Enable two-step verification: Turn on 2FA for accounts like WhatsApp to stay safe.

What to do if you’re targeted

If you receive such a link or suspect fraud, report it immediately through:

• Aman Service hotline: 8002626
• SMS: 2828
• Email: aman@adpolice.gov.ae
• Abu Dhabi Police Smart App

Abu Dhabi Police reminded the public to remain vigilant online: “Do not click suspicious links. Protect your data, protect your money.”

Dubai has announced the launch of the Dubai Centre for Judicial Expertise, an initiative guided by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The move marks a major step in strengthening the emirate’s judicial framework and reinforcing confidence in its legal system.

The new centre will provide courts with accredited experts from both the UAE and abroad, all working under unified standards for appointment, supervision, and performance evaluation. Officials said the establishment of the centre will ensure greater accuracy in expert reports, speed up case resolutions, and contribute to the development of highly skilled Emirati talent in specialised fields.

Strengthening Dubai’s global standing

Authorities emphasised that the initiative will not only enhance the quality of judicial processes but also support Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for living, working, and investing. By standardising expert services and expanding specialised expertise, the emirate aims to deliver fairer, faster, and more transparent judicial outcomes.

Key objectives of the Centre

• Support Dubai’s judicial authorities with qualified national and international experts.
• Improve the quality and efficiency of expert reports to enable accurate rulings and timely case resolution.
• Train and develop specialised Emirati cadres across diverse fields of expertise.
• Establish unified standards and procedures for the appointment, supervision, and evaluation of experts.
• Build strong local and international partnerships for knowledge-sharing and expertise exchange.

Core functions

The Dubai Centre for Judicial Expertise will:

• Receive and process requests from judicial authorities, appointing specialised experts tailored to each case.
• Create an integrated legislative framework to govern expert work before Dubai courts, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and transparency in reports.
• Strengthen litigants’ trust in the judicial system by reinforcing the credibility of expert testimony.

The initiative is part of Dubai’s wider efforts to align its judicial system with global best practices while maintaining efficiency, integrity, and innovation at its core.

With the highly anticipated fourth season of the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) approaching, Adani Sportsline-owned Gulf Giants have unveiled a star-studded coaching team ahead of the league’s first-ever auction. The revamped setup signals the franchise’s renewed push for silverware.

Jonathan Trott to lead as Head Coach

Former England batting star Jonathan Trott has been appointed Head Coach, bringing with him a reputation as one of England’s most technically accomplished cricketers and an impressive coaching track record.

Since transitioning from international cricket, Trott has guided Afghanistan to a historic ICC T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final and an inspired run at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. As a player, he scored 3,835 runs in 52 Tests and 2,819 runs in 68 ODIs at an average of 51, with four centuries and 22 fifties.

“The Gulf Giants have quickly become one of the ILT20’s most successful teams. My goal is to empower players to excel and shape a championship-winning squad through the first-ever ILT20 Auction,” Trott said.

Shane Bond joins as Bowling Coach

Joining Trott is New Zealand’s pace legend Shane Bond, who takes charge as Bowling Coach. A veteran of 120 internationals with 259 wickets, Bond has carved out a successful decade-long coaching career, working with the New Zealand national side and several global T20 franchises, including the IPL and UAE ILT20.

“The team’s ambition is clear. I’m excited to sharpen our bowling attack and make a decisive impact this season,” Bond said.

Specialist coaches to complete the lineup

The Giants have also secured some of the finest specialist coaches:

• Andrew Puttick (Batting Coach) – South African batting stalwart with nearly 17,000 first-class runs, and prior coaching stints with Afghanistan, South Africa and Pakistan.
• Jamie Troughton (Fielding Coach) – Former England international, bringing expertise in raising standards in the field.
• Nick Lee (Strength & Conditioning Coach) – A seasoned fitness professional with experience at Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan, returning to reunite with Trott.

Building on success stories

The Gulf Giants’ refreshed coaching team reflects Adani Sportsline’s focus on nurturing talent and creating a growth-driven environment. The franchise has already produced notable success stories, including young UAE all-rounder Aayan Khan and Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani.

Andrew Puttick said: “It’s an honour to work in a setup that values player development. I’m eager to contribute to our collective success.”

Sanjay Adesara, Chief Business Officer, Adani Sportsline, added: “We are thrilled to welcome this exceptional group of cricketing minds. Their experience and shared values will be pivotal in taking the Gulf Giants to new heights.”

Gulf Giants Squad for ILT20 Season 4

Retained – Aayan Khan, Blessing Muzarabani, Gerhard Erasmus, James Vince, Mark Adair
New Signings – Azmatullah Omarzai, Moeen Ali, Rahmanullah Gurbaz