Police arrest car mechanic turned ‘doctor’ from Arad Industrial Zone

TDT | Manama

Police arrested a ‘car mechanic’ who reportedly transformed his residence and workplace in the Arad Industrial Zone into a ‘clinic’ for treating patients. According to a report by Al Ayam daily, the man, an Asian national, was treating patients in exchange for a few dinars.

Apparently, the man was trying to make the most out of the opportunity presented to him by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and resultant lockdown. However, his good run came to an end when some concerned citizens tipped the cops here about his actions.

Based on the information received, the Director-General of the Muharraq Police Directorate ordered an investigation. The ensuing search operation resulted in identifying the suspect and his arrest.

According to Al Ayam’s report, the suspect was arrested red-handed from the ‘Clinic’ with his helper. Police also seized equipment, tools, electronic devices and medicines used by the suspects from the ‘Clinic’. A case has been registered and referred to Public Prosecution.

Legal proceedings are ongoing. The investigation was held in coordination with the National Authority for the Regulation of Health Professions and Services (Nahra), the Al Ayam report said.