Issue Date: 17/04/2026
An Garda Síochána is aware of the arrest of an Irish National in the United Arab Emirates.
The male, in his late 40’s, was arrested on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish Courts in relation to alleged Serious Organised Crime offences.
The arrest is in accordance with the bi-lateral agreement on extradition between Ireland and United Arab Emirates.
The arrest of the Irish National in Dubai remains a matter for the authorities in the United Arab Emirates at this time.
An Garda Síochána has been steadfast in our determination that we would pursue those allegedly involved in serious Organised Criminal activity, wherever they go.
Today’s arrest is another extremely important demonstration of the need for international law enforcement co-operation in tackling transnational organised crime.
An Garda Síochána has developed many major international partnerships in our efforts to target transnational organised crime groups.
Our relationship with the authorities in the United Arab Emirates, the Ministry of Justice at judicial level, and on a police-to-police basis, is valued.
This relationship has been supported by the Irish Government Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration and Department of Foreign Affairs.
