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29 March 2024

Two in car, chase and run over pedestrian

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By Eman Al Baik

Two GCC nationals chased a man in their car on Dubai roads before running over him after he got tired and slowed down, the Dubai Prosecution said on Tuesday.

Both the accused have been charged for premeditated murder.

The accused identified as SA, 23, and AA, 21, chased the victim, HS, in Oud Al Muteena area and knocked him down on the road in broad day light. The victim died on the spot due to serious head injuries after the accused ran their car over him.

Yousef Mohammed Foulath, head of Deira Prosecution, said investigation found that the accused had made plans to commit this horrible crime. The accused followed the victim while he was walking with other friends on the street. SA drove the car and followed the victim from one area to another. They were also seen holding knives.

“The victim, who was accompanied by other people, tried to run away from them but he got tired and slowed down; then the accused increased the car speed and broke the traffic rules by driving in the opposite direction of traffic to knock him down,” Foulath said.

Police were rushed to the scene and the accused were arrested immediately, he said. The investigation is on to ascertain the reason behind the murder.

Foulath called upon the public to maintain self-control and approach police or the court in case of disputes.

“The crime shocked the society and was widely condemned,” said Foulath.

He said justice would prevail and the accused would face stiff penalty.

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