Two Bahrainis die in Oman road accident

Manama

 Two Bahraini nationals lost their lives in a tragic road accident near Oman’s capital city of Muscat on Thursday night. The deceased were identified as Mohammed Abdul Rahim Al Hayki, 27, and Jassim Mohammed Rustum, 37.

 The two were on a holiday to Oman’s second largest city, Salalah, known for its magnificent weather during this time of the year. The accident reportedly occurred when the two were returning to Bahrain, along with their families in a car.

 Three other Bahrainis, Abdulla Abdulraheem Al Hayki, Zuhair Mohammed Rustum and Ibrahim Mohammed Rustum have been injured severely in the accident. According to sources, they have been admitted to Adam Hospital in Muscat and their condition is critical.

 Sources said three vehicles were involved in the accident, including the Bahrainis’ car. Among the other vehicles, one was Omani registered, while the other was from the United Arab Emirites. Sources said the mishap took place due to wrong overtaking by the UAE registered car.

 The tragic accident involved as many as 18 people, sources said.

 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) confirmed the incident. Referring to the statements of supervisors of Adam Hospital, MoFA said the condition of the three Bahraini injured are still critical.

 Embassy of Bahrain in Muscat is following the case closely, it said.