Ryan Pepper, a British father from Ashford in Kent, says he is being mistreated while held in a prison in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to reporting cited by the Daily Mail. Pepper alleges that he has been assaulted, threatened, and subjected to psychological abuse during his detention. He also claims that his captors threatened to break his hands and to pull out his teeth. The reports describe his allegations but do not provide independent verification or details from UAE authorities. The coverage presents Pepper’s account of events occurring during his imprisonment in Dubai, focusing on the specific threats he says he received and the treatment he says he experienced. It also frames him as a father, but does not include additional information about the circumstances that led to his detention. The articles therefore center on allegations rather than outcomes, such as any investigation results, charges, or official responses from relevant authorities.