Dubai Teen Jailed for Sex Freed: Fallout on Teen, Mother, and the Law
A British teenager, Marcus Fakana, imprisoned in Dubai for having sex with a 17-year-old girl, has been released and returned to the UK after receiving a royal pardon. Fakana’s imprisonment stemmed from a “holiday romance” in the UAE where the age of consent is 18. The girl’s mother reported him after discovering messages between them. Detained in Dubai confirmed the release, noting Fakana’s relief and his family’s joy. The campaign group also highlighted the strictness of the law and the importance of parental awareness regarding UAE laws.
John Q. Hosedrinker