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Indian Resident Returns AED 100,000 Found in Dubai Parking Lot

By 19Network Editorial Team · May 30, 2026 · 2 min read

Indian Resident Returns AED 100,000 Found in Dubai Parking Lot

A resident handed over the cash found in a Dubai parking lot to Al Qusais Police Station, receiving an official certificate of appreciation.

An Indian expatriate in Dubai has received official recognition from local authorities after returning AED 100,000 in cash he discovered in a public parking lot. The resident found the substantial sum and immediately surrendered it to the Al Qusais Police Station. Police Honor Integrity Dubai Police officials confirmed that the individual handed over the full amount without hesitation. In recognition of his honesty and civic duty, the Al Qusais Police Station presented him with a certificate of appreciation. The authorities highlighted that such actions assist in the swift return of lost property to rightful owners. The identity of the resident was confirmed as Upendra Nath Chaturvedi. His decision to involve the police rather than retain the funds follows the UAE’s strict legal framework regarding lost and found items. Under local regulations, individuals who find lost money or valuables are required to hand them over to the nearest police station within 48 hours. Legal Requirements for Lost Property Dubai Police frequently utilize their "Lost and Found" system to track and return items ranging from electronic devices to large cash sums. Failure to report found items can lead to…