The UAE authorities ordered the imprisonment of two youths who roamed around in public places, with one of them showing off his positive result for the COVID-19 test.

The other one filmed the act and posted the video on social media, which went viral.

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The Abu Dhabi Public Prosecution ordered that both of the two perpetrators should be imprisoned pending the investigation of their case.

They will face trials for endangering public health and blatantly violating COVID-19 protocols.

The prosecution said they looked into the clip and were able to investigate and arrested the two teens.

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Authorities said that they can be slapped with a fine of Dh10,000 to Dh50,000 and/or extended imprisonment.

Abu Dhabi Health authrority reminds the public that such reckless behavior will not be tolerated.

Residents who tested positive for the virus should quarantine and follow all health measures. (TDT)

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