Watch: Woman posing as princess among eight held in Dubai’s Dh12m oud heist
Suspects tracked and detained in 12 hours after incident reported
DUBAI – Police in Dubai have arrested eight suspects within 12 hours of an alleged theft involving a rare luxury oud valued at Dh12 million, underscoring the force’s rapid response capabilities in tackling major criminal cases.
Authorities said the operation led to the swift detention of all individuals allegedly linked to the incident shortly after it was reported. Among those arrested was a woman accused of impersonating a princess as part of the alleged scheme.
The case centres on the theft of a rare luxury oud, a highly prized fragrance product whose value was estimated at Dh12 million. Police said coordinated investigative efforts enabled officers to identify, track and apprehend the suspects in less than half a day.
Swift action
According to Dubai Police, specialised teams moved quickly after receiving the report, launching an intensive operation to trace those allegedly involved. The coordinated response resulted in the arrest of all eight suspects within 12 hours.
@DubaiPoliceHQ arrested eight suspects within 12 hours after they allegedly stole a rare luxury oud valued at AED 12 million. The group included a woman accused of impersonating a princess as part of the scheme. pic.twitter.com/qPI9TI6Kf8
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) May 30, 2026
Officials highlighted that the speed of the arrests reflected the force’s readiness to respond to high-value crimes and complex criminal operations. The swift action ensured that investigators were able to advance the case within hours of the alleged offence coming to light.
The woman accused of posing as a princess is alleged to have played a role in the scheme that led to the theft. Authorities have not disclosed additional details regarding the identities of the suspects or the specific circumstances surrounding the alleged impersonation.
Ongoing probe
Police said investigations remain underway to establish the full sequence of events and determine the precise role played by each suspect. Authorities continue to gather evidence and examine all aspects of the case as the investigation progresses.
Further details are expected to emerge as investigators complete their inquiries into the alleged theft and the involvement of the eight suspects arrested in connection with the case.