Asian kills friend on Al Ain road over money

An Asian man murdered his friend by strangling him on the road between Dubai and the eastern oasis town of Al Ain following an argument over debt.

The 31-year-old killer punched the Asian driver after they stopped at a deserted place before pushing him down and strangling him. He then buried his body under a tree.

Police investigating the case were told by the victim’s colleagues that he owed them money. The investigation led to the arrest of the killer.