Oman's Shaandar Bukhari Named Top Five Good Samaritan Finalist
Bukhari is among five global finalists shortlisted for the Good Samaritan Award at the World Police Summit Awards 2026.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Emergency Response
Oman resident Shaandar Bukhari has been shortlisted as a top five finalist for the Good Samaritan Award at the World Police Summit Awards 2026. He is the second-listed nominee on the global shortlist, selected by an independent international jury from a pool of over 700 contenders.
Why it matters
The Good Samaritan category recognizes community members whose swift action, volunteerism, and dedication to public welfare safeguard vulnerable people. The recognition highlights civilian contributions to public safety on an international stage.
The shortlist was drawn from more than 700 nominees representing over 60 nationalities across 13 specialised categories. The final winner will be determined at the November 18, 2026 gala, and the outcome remains unknown.
The players
Shaandar Bukhari
An Oman resident shortlisted as a top five finalist for the Good Samaritan Award.
World Police Summit Awards
An international awards program organised under the patronage of Dubai Police, featuring 13 specialised categories.
Dubai Police
The Dubai law enforcement agency that serves as patron of the World Police Summit Awards.
The details
Bukhari's shortlisting places him alongside finalists from Germany, India, and Italy for the Good Samaritan honor. The World Police Summit Awards are organised under the patronage of Dubai Police.
Timeline
November 18, 2026: Final winners to be announced at the World Police Summit Awards Gala at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Situation Tracker
The World Police Summit Awards, held under Dubai Police patronage, provide an international platform for recognizing civilian public-safety contributions. Bukhari's shortlisting reflects the awards' focus on community members whose volunteerism protects vulnerable people.
Readers interested in the awards or nominees can follow the official program for the gala announcement and results. Recognition programs like this one highlight civilian actions that readers can learn from in their own communities.
The takeaway
Civilian acts of swift action and volunteerism are increasingly recognized on international stages for protecting vulnerable people. Following the November 18, 2026 gala will show which nominee ultimately receives the Good Samaritan honor.
What happens next
The final winners of the World Police Summit Awards will be announced at the Gala on November 18, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Further reading
For related coverage of community-led public safety, see Emergency Response.
More information
Learn more on the World Police Summit Awards official website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Times of Oman.
