Dubai outlet fined AED 5,000 for violating COVID-19 rules

Thursday, 11 February 2021 14:44

By ARN News Staff

An establishment in Dubai has been fined AED 5,000 for holding a gathering in violation of the COVID-19 safety protocols.

Teams from Dubai Police and Dubai Economy also fined each participant AED 3,000 for not wearing a face mask and disregarding social distancing rules.

A video of the party has been posted by the Dubai Media Office on Twitter.

.@DubaiPoliceHQ, in cooperation with @Dubai_DED issues a AED 5,000 fine to an establishment that held a gathering without following precautionary measures. Each person present at the gathering was fined AED 3,000 for not wearing a mask and adhering to social distancing. pic.twitter.com/vvD7LauIGs
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 11, 2021

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