Dubai Police has announced that more than 1,500 players from various nationalities, including international participants, will take part in the fifth edition of the Dubai Police Esports Tournament.
Scheduled from 14 to 17 August at the Dubai Police Officers Club in Al Jaddaf, the event will feature a prize pool of AED 200,000.
The announcement was made during a press conference at the Cycling Hub in the Dubai Police Officers Club. The briefing was attended by Major Abdullah Al Shehhi, Director of the Cybercrime Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation; Rashid Mohammed Abdullah, Head of Events Planning and Execution at the Dubai Sports Council; Mona Al Falasi, Director of Esports and Strategy at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism; along with professional players including Shaima Al Mansouri, Dr. Arshiya Farghath, and Lady Lillith.
Major Al Shehhi said the tournament reflects Dubai Police’s commitment to enhancing community awareness in the digital field while aligning with strategic goals to improve safety and security. He highlighted the growing popularity of esports among youth and the need to promote balanced gaming habits, caution when interacting online, and awareness of cybercrimes linked to gaming.
The event also aims to raise awareness of cyber fraud, online extortion, and the importance of protecting personal data during in-game interactions. Participants will be informed about dedicated police services for reporting cybercrimes, including the “Ecrime” platform and the online awareness portal available at ecrimehub.gov.ae.
Al Shehhi noted that fostering a healthy approach to esports is a key objective, encouraging players to balance gaming with physical and mental well-being.
Rashid Mohammed Abdullah reaffirmed the Dubai Sports Council’s support for the tournament, emphasising its role in engaging young people and protecting the community from the risks of cybercrime.
Registration remains open for players aged 10 to 35, with male and female participants welcome. The tournament is expected to draw large crowds of gaming fans and further cement Dubai’s position as a hub for competitive esports in the region.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
