Seven Workers Identified in Tragic Emirates Road Accident

The identification process for the victims of the recent Emirates Road accident has concluded, albeit with significant delays due to the severity of the crash. The tragic incident, which occurred on June 8, resulted in the deaths of seven workers, whose bodies were disfigured, complicating the identification process for their families. Three days post-collision, the Sharjah-based company that employed the victims confirmed their identities.

Emirates Road Accident: The Seven

The deceased workers included six Indian nationals: Markandey Chauhan, 39; Abdul Rasheed, 38; and Mohammad Saqib, 31, all from Uttar Pradesh, and Saleem Sayyed, 51; Abdul Rafiq, 37; and Thirupathi Gollapally, 23, all from Telangana. The seventh victim, Samuvel Rengasami, 34, was from Sri Lanka’s Northern Province.

A spokesperson for the company provided details regarding the victims’ ages, noting that five of them were in their thirties. Thirupathi Gollapally, the youngest, had celebrated his 23rd birthday just a month prior, while Mohammad Saqib was approaching his 32nd birthday. Except for Thirupathi and Mohammad, all the victims were married and had families awaiting their return.

A Voluntary Shift

A poignant aspect of this tragedy is that none of the seven workers were obligated to be present that day. The company offers optional half-day overtime shifts on weekends, contingent on project needs. Out of a possible 40 workers, only 24 opted to work that Sunday.

Among those who chose to work, 16, including the driver, boarded a minibus to travel from their accommodation in Sharjah to a construction site in Dubai. The accident occurred on their return journey near the Dubai-Sharjah border.

The spokesperson emphasized the commitment and love the victims had for their families. Most were relatively new to the company, with the exception of Markandey Chauhan, who had over a decade of service. Many had joined recently in hopes of building a better future.

The victims were seated on the right side of the minibus, which bore the brunt of the collision when the vehicle struck a stationary truck. Survivors were seated on the opposite side.

The spokesperson expressed the profound grief felt within the organization, stating, “We are all in deep sorrow and shock. Every single soul is valuable to us, and we are mourning the loss of all of them. The way they died has been particularly heartbreaking as some of their bodies were disfigured, which is why the identification process took longer.”

Four Still in Hospital

As of Wednesday night, four of the nine individuals injured in the Emirates Road accident remain hospitalized. Three are in intensive care, with two in critical condition and one reported to be out of danger. The fourth injured individual is stable and recovering in a general ward, while the remaining five have been discharged.

Emirates Road Accident: Where the Story Stands

This incident marks the third update regarding the Emirates Road accident, which first gained attention on June 8 when Dubai Police confirmed the fatalities and injuries, issuing a road safety warning about vehicles stopped in active lanes.

On June 10, Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Chairman and CEO of Burjeel Holdings, announced a relief package of AED 1 million. Each of the seven families will receive AED 100,000, while the nine survivors requiring medical assistance will receive AED 180,000 each.

The Indian and Sri Lankan Consulates in Dubai are assisting the families in accessing the relief funds provided by Dr. Shamsheer. The company expressed deep appreciation for this gesture.

The spokesperson remarked on the families’ loss, stating, “The families who lost these hardworking members of society have suffered the loss of their loved ones, and their generous response to Dr. Shamsheer’s noble act is moving us.”

Investigations by Dubai Police are ongoing, and no charges have been filed at this time.

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Published on 2026-06-11 15:00:00 • By the Editorial Desk