u/Vegetable_Local7398

(M22) i lent an ex colleague around 500 dhs because he said he was struggling and promised he’d pay me back. it’s been like 6 months now of me following up and every single time it’s “tomorrow”, “next week”, “soon”, etc. i tried being patient and understanding but i also have my own bills and needs.

now he’s straight up ignoring my messages and calls. one time i told him if he keeps avoiding me i’ll go to the police and his response was basically “i don’t have the money, tell the cops the same thing.”

i don’t even think he has an emirates id anymore or valid documents. what would you guys do in this situation? is there realistically anything i can do over 500 dhs in uae or should i just accept i got played?