Video: Dubai desert party busted; host fined Dh50,000 for breaking Covid rules

Dubai - Each guest was fined Dh15,000.

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(Screengrab from video posted by Government of Dubai Media Office/Twitter)

Published: Mon 8 Feb 2021, 7:10 PM

Last updated: Tue 9 Feb 2021, 2:50 AM

The Dubai Police have shut down a desert camp that organised a private gathering, violating Covid-19 safety measures.

The camp operator was fined Dh50,000, while each participant was fined Dh15,000.

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The action was taken in cooperation with Dubai Tourism.

It comes just a day after the police busted a crowded yacht party and fined the organisers Dh50,000.

Authorities in Dubai have tightened the number of guests allowed at parties and weddings. Social events and private parties must host only first-degree relatives, with a maximum of 10 guests.

Published: Mon 8 Feb 2021, 7:10 PM

Last updated: Tue 9 Feb 2021, 2:50 AM

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