Dubai Police to Build Advanced Forensic Medicine Facility to Enhance Crime Detection

Dubai Police is constructing an advanced forensic medicine facility designed to significantly enhance crime detection efficiency and accuracy. Located on Tunisia Street and scheduled for completion by the end of 2026, the facility will leverage cutting-edge technologies to streamline forensic processes and improve overall outcomes.

The new building will incorporate state-of-the-art virtual autopsy technologies, reducing examination times from days to hours. Advanced computed tomography techniques will increase the accuracy of results to 95%, while also enabling financial returns through specialized examinations. The facility will include a modern pathology lab, advanced forensic nursing specialties, and high-security engineering features to handle critical cases and emergencies.

Key upgrades include increasing autopsy tables from 4 to 14, body storage units from 80 to 475, and clinics from 3 to 11. Annual biopsy capacity will double from 10,000 to 20,000 cases, and pathology examinations will shift to a fully digital system. The facility will also host educational initiatives, such as a lecture hall for 150 people, compared to the current capacity of 16.

Additional features include advanced laboratories, a death investigation section, emergency body storage, and facilities for processing and repatriating deceased individuals. These upgrades aim to position Dubai as a leader in forensic innovation, ensuring quicker and more accurate crime detection while enhancing public safety.