The Criminal Investigation Department arrested an Arab suspect who used to steal items from cars in different parts of the country.
"As the Department received complaints of theft of items from cars, a specialised team was formed immediately. Through intensified search and investigation, the team identified the accused", The Ministry of Interior (MOI) tweeted on Sunday.
The accused used to steal items from unlocked cars in the evening period while roaming residential areas. The investigation team confiscated the stolen items found in possession. He has been referred to the competent authorities for further legal action against him.
“The competent authorities at the Ministry of Interior urge the public to take the necessary preventive measures to secure vehicles and the items inside from theft,” the tweet added.
MOI reminded people of Qatar to lock their vehicles properly, not to leave the belongings in a visible manner inside the car and to avoid parking vehicles in isolated areas. Suspected cases can be reported on 999.
