5. The reality of ‘Porta Potty’

The story behind the viral Dubai Porta Potty rumours and why, even in death, Monic became the subject of an online witch hunt. Meanwhile we go undercover – are we getting closer to Monic’s boss? And a breakthrough in the quest to find where she is buried.

This episode includes discussion of disturbing events, including sexual abuse and violence. It also contains racist language.

Please note, the image is being used for illustrative purposes only and the person depicted in it is a model.

Audio for this episode was updated on 22nd September 2025.

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Reporter and Presenter: Runako Celina

Producers: Ruth Evans, Ly Truong and Runako Celina

Field Producer: Bondo

Sound design: Andy Fell

Executive Producer: Rebecca Henschke

Commissioning Senior Producers: Anne Dixey and Hatty Nash

Commissioning Editor: Jon Manel

Death in Dubai is a BBC Eye Investigation produced in association with Thread Studios.

Executive producer: Mauricio Gris

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Production manager: Siobhan Rae

Assistant Producer: Chris Jones

Additional production by: Jamie Welham

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