Fujairah Ruler pardons 87 prisoners ahead of Ramadan

FUJAIRAH: H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, has ordered the release of 87 prisoners of various nationalities from the emirate's correctional and punitive establishments, ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan. The pardon was given to the prisoners who have a proven track record of good conduct. The move comes as part of H.H. Sheikh Hamad's keenness to give the pardoned prisoners an opportunity to start a new life and bring about joy to their families. Major General Mohamed Ahmad bin Ghanem Al Kaabi, Fujairah Police's Commander-in-Chief, expressed gratitude to H.H. Sheikh Hamad for the generous social and humanitarian gesture, which he wishes would encourage the released prisoners to open up a fresh chapter of integrity and giving in their lives. Source: Emirates News Agency