Sharjah: A woman was arrested on Monday for stealing a handbag with valuables worth Dh30,000 from another woman while she was in a shopping mall in Sharjah, Sharjah Police said.

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The shopper reportedly left her bag in a baby stroller and was busy playing with her children in the play area when the bag went missing. Details provided by her to the police helped them identify the suspect.

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The Criminal Investigation Department, which formed a security team after receiving a complaint from the victim, set up a trap to arrest the suspect.

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After zeroing in on the woman, who is of Asian nationality, the police searched her home and found the handbag with all its contents.

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The suspect was referred to the public prosecution for further action.

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Colonel Yousuf Bin Harmoul, Deputy Director of Comprehensive Police Stations and Head of Crime Method Analysis Team, urged shoppers not to leave their belongings unattended.

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He also called on retailers to employ skilled security guards and install surveillance cameras in all areas to secure public and private property.

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Members of the public can report crimes to the Sharjah Police by calling 999 or the toll free number Najeed 800151, 065632222, text 7999 or go to www.shjpolice.gov.ae/najeed

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