Teenager jailed in Dubai over sex with girl, 17, pleads for early release
Published: 6/9/2025
British teen jailed in Dubai after having sex with a 17-year-old girl on holiday pleads for clemency. Marcus Fakana, 19, faces a year in prison for the consensual relationship, as the age of consent in the UAE is 18. Fakana, from Tottenham, wrote to Dubai's ruler for release, sparking calls for increased awareness of UAE laws for citizens abroad. His case highlights the need for diplomatic protections and compassion in such situations.
