Man jailed in UAE for posting video of child being scolded, frightened

Parents need to properly listen to their children, requests Ras Al Khaimah Police chief

A man has been sent to jail in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for posting a video on social media that showed a child being scolded and terrified by an unknown adult, The Khaleej Times reported.

"The criminal investigations department has tracked down the man who posted the child abuse clip three days after it reportedly went viral online," said Major General Ali Abdullah bin Alwan Al Nuaimi, the general commander of Ras Al Khaimah Police, on Saturday.

It was not clear when and where the video was shot. Investigations are still underway.

"It is not acceptable at all to intimidate a child in this way, even if it is meant to discipline the kid," he said.

Parents and all responsible citizens of the society need to properly listen to their children, in order to help them out when they are frightened or intimidated, he requested.



"Physical punishment and improper psychological threats always have a negative impact on the child's self-confidence, behaviour and their future."

Major General Nuaimi further informed that the ministry of interior has set up a special centre to protect children against any kind of abuse or exploitation.

The public is also urged to report any such violence or illegal practices against children.

 

This article originally appeared on The Khaleej Times.