Friday, August 19, 2016

UK and Australian citizen Scott Richards charged in Dubai


A man has been charged in Dubai for sharing a Facebook post that promoted a fundraising initiative to buy blankets and tarpaulins for refugees in Afghanistan.


Scott Richards, who holds British and Australian citizenship, has been charged for fundraising without permission.


The 42-year old economic development adviser was detained for 22 days before being charged.


Our UK correspondent NatalieFeary reports……


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