Emirati killed in wedding gunfire, two others injured

An Emirati, 36, who was killed by celebratory gunfire during a Dibba wedding on Friday was buried yesterday.

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FUJAIRAH // An Emirati man, 36, who was killed by gunfire during a wedding on Friday in Dibba, Fujairah was buried yesterday.

Another man was severely wounded and remains in intensive care after he was hit in the head by a bullet. A third wounded man was discharged from hospital after being treated for a bullet graze to his neck.

Police have arrested the suspects, who were in possession of unlicensed firearms, according to Brig Gen Mohammed Al Kaabi, the chief of the Fujairah Police.

It is unclear whether the gunfire was a show of joy that turned tragic or was meant to kill.

Firing guns during weddings is considered a crime under UAE law, Brig Gen Al Kaabi noted. The public prosecution office is investigating.

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