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04.12.2025

Sharjah Police Reunite Mother and Son After 12 Years

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After more than twelve years apart due to a family dispute, Sharjah Police have successfully reunited a mother with her son.

The mother, who recently returned to the UAE after years of fruitless searches for her child, lost contact with him shortly after his birth amidst rising family tensions.

Divorced from her husband and without any income, she left the UAE in 2013. Once abroad, she faced numerous hardships in trying to find her son and learn about his well-being, health, and education.

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Having exhausted all other avenues, she returned to the UAE to resume her search. She reached out to Sharjah Police, who promptly initiated a search operation with a team of social workers. This team confirmed the young man’s location and circumstances.

Thanks to their dedicated efforts, authorities quickly located him, orchestrating the long-awaited reunion.

This emotional reunion, after a decade of separation, underscored the humanitarian efforts by Sharjah Police to protect families and uphold children’s rights.

Brigadier Ahmed Al Marri, Director of the Community Protection and Prevention Department, stated that this case showcases the humanitarian values championed by the UAE’s leadership, which emphasizes family stability and social support. He commended the professional handling of this sensitive case, noting that restoring hope and alleviating human suffering is a key mission for Sharjah Police.

The authority highlighted: The UAE’s wise leadership consistently places human welfare at the forefront, fostering a compassionate approach that strengthens social unity and community welfare. Sharjah Police assert that their rapid response to alleviate any individual’s suffering is not just a duty but a fundamental ethical commitment. Their care encompasses all societal segments, ensuring relief where there was once despair, which they see as the ultimate success for any institution serving this nation of goodwill and humanity.