Dubai: Dubai Police has honoured 385 personnel from the General Department of Criminal Investigation (CID) in recognition of their outstanding efforts in strengthening public safety, apprehending suspects and contributing to lower crime rates during the first half of the year.

The ceremony was attended by His Excellency Major General Hareb Al Shamsi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Affairs, alongside Major General Eid Mohammad Thani, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Affairs, directors of sub departments and senior officers.

The awards recognised outstanding departments and personnel who delivered exceptional operational results and contributed to achieving Dubai Police’s strategic objectives.

Investing in People

Major General Al Shamsi said the achievements of the General Department of Criminal Investigation reflect the dedication, professionalism and expertise of its personnel, whose efforts continue to strengthen Dubai’s position as one of the world’s safest cities.
He said the recognition celebrates commitment, responsibility and excellence, noting that sustainable security achievements are driven by highly qualified professionals who combine knowledge, experience, initiative and teamwork to achieve shared goals.

He added that people remain the foundation of Dubai Police’s journey towards continuous development and institutional excellence, with ongoing investment in attracting, developing and empowering national talent while creating an environment that encourages innovation and high performance.

Future Ready

Major General Al Shamsi stressed that the evolving security landscape requires continuous capability development, anticipation of future challenges and the adoption of international best practices to keep pace with rapid global change.

He also emphasised the importance of empowering young professionals, encouraging security leaders to mentor future generations by transferring knowledge and providing opportunities for growth, ensuring the long term sustainability of institutional excellence and operational readiness.

Technology Driven Policing

Major General Al Shamsi noted that the UAE continues to place significant emphasis on strengthening its security ecosystem and enhancing the capabilities of criminal investigation agencies as a frontline defence against crime.

He encouraged personnel to continue developing their professional skills while making greater use of advanced technologies and artificial intelligence to support policing operations, improve operational efficiency and deliver even stronger results in the future.

Celebrating Excellence

Concluding the ceremony, Major General Al Shamsi honoured the distinguished departments and personnel, expressing his appreciation for their exceptional contributions to public safety and their measurable achievements during the first half of the year.

He commended their spirit of teamwork, dedication and professionalism, expressing confidence in their ability to build on these achievements while continuing to enhance public safety and quality of life across Dubai.