One person was killed and five others — including four children — were seriously injured in a tragic shooting incident that occurred Monday morning in Gharyan, shortly after Eid Al-Fitr prayers.
Local sources confirmed that the shooter, identified as Abdelrahman Al-Saadi, opened fire on a group of young people, resulting in the immediate death of one individual and multiple critical injuries. The sudden attack sent waves of panic through residents celebrating the holiday.
The victims were rushed to Gharyan Medical Hospital, where several remain in intensive care. The injured include:
Mohamed Abdulsalam Al-Haith
Ahmed Nouri
Mohamed Sweisi
Sand Khalifa Al-Saghir
In response, the administration of Gharyan Medical Hospital issued an urgent call for all available doctors and medical staff to report immediately to assist in handling the emergency.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and authorities have yet to release an official statement. The incident has sparked outrage and renewed concerns about unchecked armed violence in civilian areas during public holidays.
Gharyan shooting
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