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    Brit teen jailed in Dubai for sex with fellow UK tourist begs ruling Sheikh for pardon after ‘most traumatic and life-altering experience imaginable’

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    By PERKIN AMALARAJ

    Published: 05:23 EDT, 9 June 2025 | Updated: 05:33 EDT, 9 June 2025

    A British teenager who was jailed in Dubai over a consensual relationship during a family holiday has begged for mercy from the emirate’s leader. 

    Marcus Fakana has formally submitted a plea for clemency to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai.

    The 19-year-old was sentenced to one year in prison after he struck up a romantic relationship with a 17-year-old British girl.

    Both his family and the girl’s family were on holiday at the time.

    Marcus, who was 18 when the relationship began, is currently being held in Al Awir Prison, where he has spent several months in isolating and harsh conditions.

    He has now placed his hopes on a humanitarian pardon from Dubai’s leadership. 

    ‘This has been the most traumatic and life-altering experience imaginable for Marcus,’ said Radha Stirling, founder of Detained in Dubai, which is supporting the teen’s family.

    ‘He is barely an adult himself and never intended to break any law.

    Brit teen jailed in Dubai for sex with fellow UK tourist begs ruling Sheikh for pardon after ‘most traumatic and life-altering experience imaginable’

    Marcus Fakana (pictured) was sentenced to one year in prison after he struck up a romantic relationship with a 17-year-old British girl

    He had formally submitted a plea for clemency to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai (pictured)

    He had formally submitted a plea for clemency to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai (pictured)

    Marcus's family have warned of the legal risks young Britons face in countries with vastly different legal systems like Dubai (File image)

    Marcus’s family have warned of the legal risks young Britons face in countries with vastly different legal systems like Dubai (File image)

    Marcus, who was 18 when the relationship began, is currently being held in Al Awir Prison (pictured)

    Marcus, who was 18 when the relationship began, is currently being held in Al Awir Prison (pictured) 

    ‘What happened was legal in the UK and consensual.

    ‘But now he is facing permanent damage to his mental health and future prospects because of it.’

    Prison conditions are reportedly taking a toll on Marcus, who is said to have only limited contact with his family.

    His parents have made repeated appeals to David Lammy MP, and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

    They have also requested the British Embassy in Dubai to help secure his release.

    Radha said: ‘If Marcus could go back in time, he would.

    ‘He has shown remorse and fully respects the laws of the UAE.

    ‘He only hopes the government will show compassion and allow him to return home to rebuild his life.

    ‘He’s very young and this is a heartbreaking way to begin adulthood.’

    The family is urging the British public and authorities to back their plea for clemency.

    They have warned of the legal risks young Britons face in countries with vastly different legal systems.

    Prison conditions are reportedly taking a toll on Marcus, who is said to have only limited contact with his family (pictured)

    Prison conditions are reportedly taking a toll on Marcus, who is said to have only limited contact with his family (pictured)

    Protesters march in Westminster, demanding the release of 18-year-old Londoner Marcus Fakana who was jailed in Dubai over a holiday romance

    Protesters march in Westminster, demanding the release of 18-year-old Londoner Marcus Fakana who was jailed in Dubai over a holiday romance

    Marcus continues to pray that his voice will be heard, with pardons expected to be finalised this month

    Marcus continues to pray that his voice will be heard, with pardons expected to be finalised this month

    Radha added: ‘Parents need to be aware that teens can be charged in the UAE for behaviour that would not be considered criminal at home.

    ‘Whether that’s a relationship, social media activity, or even drinking alcohol.

    ‘Marcus is struggling, and this experience will leave a permanent scar.

    ‘We implore Sheikh Mohammed and the government of Dubai to hear his pleas and let him come home.’

    Marcus continues to pray that his voice will be heard, with pardons expected to be finalised this month.

    MailOnline has contacted the UK’s Foreign Office for comment.  

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