Parliament flags alleged pressure on fraud complainants

Parliament raised concerns after allegations emerged that complainants in a fraud case were pressured to withdraw their statements following the suspect’s arrest. MP Hamad Al Doy said that individuals involved in an electronics instalment fraud case were allegedly contacted after the arrest, with claims that a lawyer representing the suspect urged them to drop their complaints.

Al Doy described the situation as unacceptable, particularly because it involves victims who had already come forward after suffering significant financial losses.

He stressed that the legal profession must remain grounded in ethics and integrity, noting that lawyers are expected to uphold justice rather than influence or intimidate complainants.

According to him, many of the affected families continue to face serious consequences from the case, including mounting debts, loss of income, and in some instances, the risk of losing their homes. The MP also called on all affected individuals to report any similar incidents, emphasising their cooperation is important for preventing further harm and ensuring accountability.