British Father Detained in Dubai for Seven Months Faces Allegations of Torture
Horror as British dad, 27, has ‘teeth pulled out’ during 7 months locked up in Dubai

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Ryan Pepper, a 27-year-old British father from Ashford, Kent, has been imprisoned in Sharjah, UAE, for over seven months without being informed of the charges against him. His family alleges he has endured severe beatings and dental damage during his detention, raising concerns about human rights abuses.
- 01Ryan Pepper was arrested in November 2022 and has not appeared before a judge.
- 02His family claims he has suffered brutal beatings, resulting in injuries and dental damage.
- 03Handwritten notes smuggled from prison describe overcrowded cells and violent treatment.
- 04The organization Detained in Dubai has accused UAE authorities of human rights violations.
- 05British officials have faced challenges in securing proper welfare access for Mr. Pepper.
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Ryan Pepper, a 27-year-old British father from Ashford, Kent, has reportedly spent over seven months in a prison in Sharjah, UAE, without being informed of the reasons for his detention. Arrested in November 2022 alongside 15 others, Pepper has allegedly endured brutal treatment, including beatings that led to damage to his teeth. His family claims he has not appeared before a judge and has been left in the dark regarding his situation. Handwritten notes smuggled out of prison reveal overcrowded conditions and violent treatment, with one note stating, “I was beaten up for 19 days straight.” His sister, Chloe, expressed deep concern for his safety, stating that he fears for his life in custody. The London-based organization Detained in Dubai has criticized the UAE authorities for serious human rights abuses and has highlighted the difficulties faced by British officials in ensuring proper welfare access for Pepper. A planned embassy visit was reportedly canceled due to short-term restrictions.
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The case raises serious concerns about human rights practices in the UAE and the treatment of foreign detainees.
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