Fujairah police reveal details of major crash that killed 14

The Fujairah Police General Command in the UAE has revealed details of the major traffic accident that occurred just before midnight on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Road, at the entrance to Fujairah. The incident resulted in the deaths of 14 people and left 30 others with varying injuries after a truck collided with several vehicles, sparking a fire that spread to other damaged cars.

According to police, the accident happened when a truck driver lost control of the vehicle while driving on the road, causing it to crash into another vehicle. The truck then overturned and struck several other cars that were stopped due to slow traffic, leading to a fire that engulfed the truck and several other vehicles, resulting in significant loss of life.

Fujairah Police stated that the operations room received a report about the accident, and specialized police teams, along with ambulance, rescue, and civil defense units, immediately responded to the scene. They worked to contain the fire, assist the injured, and transport them to hospitals for necessary medical care. Authorities also secured the site, managed traffic, and took measures to ensure the safety of road users, commending the efforts of all field teams and medical staff who responded efficiently and responsibly.

The police added that 15 of the 30 injured have been discharged from hospital after receiving medical care, while the remaining 15 are still being treated according to their health conditions.

Fujairah Police noted that the deceased included Emirati nationals, as well as others whose identities are still being determined through DNA testing. The injured include people of Emirati, Omani, Indian, Brazilian, Pakistani, Jordanian, and Egyptian nationalities.

The police expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident, offering sincere condolences to the families of the deceased and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.

Fujairah Police stressed the importance of adhering to traffic rules, observing speed limits, and maintaining safe distances, especially near congested or slow-moving areas. They emphasized that protecting lives is a shared responsibility and affirmed their ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and reduce serious accidents.

The Fujairah Police General Command confirmed that relevant authorities are continuing legal and technical procedures related to the accident. The public and social media users were urged to verify information before sharing it, avoid spreading rumors or unverified details, and rely on official sources for updates and confirmed information.