A Dubai resident lost over Dh224,000 in a cryptocurrency scam after being lured by false promises of high returns. The victim transferred funds to various accounts, leading to the arrest of one account holder, who was found guilty of concealing illegally obtained money. A civil court ordered the scammer to repay Dh224,239 plus Dh20,000 for damages, while the criminal court sentenced him to one month in jail, a fine, and deportation.