UAE Interior Ministry: At Least 14 Killed and 30 Injured in Traffic Accident in Fujairah
A traffic accident in Fujairah resulted in 14 deaths and 30 injuries, including individuals of various nationalities.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
The Ministry of Interior announced that a traffic accident occurred in the Emirate of Fujairah, involving 18 vehicles and five trucks. Preliminary information indicates that the incident resulted in the deaths of 14 people and injuries to 30 others. The ministry confirmed that relevant authorities are continuing to take necessary measures to address the accident’s aftermath through comprehensive field efforts, providing essential medical care to the injured, and monitoring their conditions in coordination with competent entities.
Through its X platform, the ministry clarified that specialized teams are continuing their work in coordination with relevant authorities to complete field procedures and verify the circumstances of the accident. It reaffirmed its commitment to monitoring developments and releasing official information as soon as it is verified.
The ministry also urged members of the public to obtain information from official sources and to avoid circulating rumors or unverified information, out of respect for the victims’ families and to ensure the integrity of the measures being taken.
The General Command of Fujairah Police revealed details of the serious traffic accident that occurred shortly before midnight on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street, near the entrance to the Emirate of Fujairah.
Fujairah Police confirmed that the accident occurred when a truck driver lost control of the vehicle while traveling on the road, causing it to collide with another vehicle. The truck then overturned and struck several vehicles that had stopped due to slow-moving traffic on the street. This chain reaction ignited a fire in the truck, which spread to several other vehicles, resulting in significant loss of life.
The police added that 15 of the 30 injured patients were discharged from the hospital after receiving necessary medical care, while the remaining 15 continue to receive treatment and medical care in hospitals according to their health conditions. The deceased included Emirati nationals, along with several individuals whose identities are still being established through DNA testing. The injured comprised nationals of the United Arab Emirates, Oman, India, Brazil, Pakistan, Jordan, and Egypt.
