Teen freed from Dubai jail dies in police chase crash in London

In Dubai, sex with anyone under the age of 18 is a criminal offence.

On Saturday, officers said the force "temporarily lost sight of the vehicle" after pursuing it for around 60 seconds, before discovering it had been involved in a dramatic collision with another car at The Roundway.

Marcus was found seriously injured in the vehicle and received first aid treatment at the scene.

He died shortly after in hospital. 

"Officers provided immediate first aid prior to the arrival of the London Ambulance Service and London’s air ambulance," the Met said in a statement.

"The passenger, a man aged 19, had significant injuries.

’He was taken to hospital where, despite the best efforts of emergency services and medical staff, he died a short time later. His next of kin have been informed."

The 19-year-old driver was arrested following the collision on suspicion of failure to stop and dangerous driving, the Met confirmed.

He remains in police custody.

Fakana’s case received widespread attention and spotlighted the UAE’s strict laws that criminalise sexual relationships with those under 18.

However, some critics have suggested the laws disproportionately target foreign nationals.

The campaign to free the teen was led by Detained in Dubai. LBC has contacted the charity for comment.

At the time of the teenager’s release, Detained in Dubai’s chief executive said in a statement: “His case has attracted significant public attention due to concerns about the criminalisation of tourists and disproportionate sentencing.

“We believe this case highlights the urgent need for expedited legal processes for foreign nationals and safeguards against unnecessary custodial sentences.”