DUBAI: Dubai Police and Municipality officials were attempting to capture a “wild animal” on the loose since Tuesday morning.
The creature, described by residents as a black big cat, has been prowling one of the city’s gated communities.
Dubai Media Office tweeted saying Dubai Police had reassured the community that it is taking all measures to minimize any potential danger to people from a wild animal that was spotted in The Springs 3 area.
Trained professionals are currently conducting an extensive search to locate and capture the animal.
However, authorities advised members of The Springs community to exercise all necessary caution.
Dubai Police cautioned the public saying “bringing out any kind of wild animal into a public environment is strictly prohibited under the emirate’s laws.” Violators can face a jail term of up to six months in addition to severe financial penalties.
