Ras Al Khaimah Triple Murder Verdict: Court Sentences Gulf National to Death by Qisas
The Ras Al Khaimah Criminal Court has delivered a significant verdict in a high-profile murder case, sentencing a Gulf national to death by qisas for the intentional killings of a 66-year-old woman and her two daughters. The ruling, issued on July 8, 2026, also included convictions for attempted murder and issuing death threats. Under UAE law, the sentence is subject to appeal before it becomes final.
Court Hands Down Death Sentence
The court found the defendant guilty of the intentional murder of three women and the attempted murder of another individual during a violent incident that transpired on May 7, 2025. The ruling mandates the death penalty by qisas, an Islamic legal principle that permits equal retribution in murder cases, contingent upon the completion of all legal procedures.
The judgment was pronounced in the presence of the defendant and encompassed additional charges related to issuing death threats linked to the same incident.
Defendant’s Son Also Convicted
In a related development, the court also sentenced the defendant’s son for his involvement in the case. He received a six-month prison term for one charge and an additional three months for another. Furthermore, he was fined Dh10,000 and ordered to pay a court fee of Dh100.
Court records indicate that the son was convicted of attempted murder and threatening another member of the victims’ family during the violent episode. The court also ordered the confiscation of evidence, including a vehicle registered in Ras Al Khaimah that was associated with the crime.
Dispute Escalated Into Deadly Violence
The tragic attack occurred in a residential neighborhood in Ras Al Khaimah and was reportedly sparked by a dispute over a blocked driveway. The victims included a 66-year-old mother and her daughters, aged 36 and 38, while another daughter, aged 47, survived with injuries.
Following a thorough investigation, prosecutors charged the primary defendant with intentional murder, attempted murder, and issuing death threats. Evidence presented in court suggested that the accused utilized both his vehicle and a firearm during the attack. Investigators revealed that the weapon used in the killings had been purchased illegally and smuggled into the UAE from a neighboring country, confirming that the firearm was unlicensed.
Mental Health Assessment Ordered
During earlier hearings, the defense argued that the accused suffered from psychological and mental health issues. Lawyers requested a specialist evaluation to assess his mental condition. The court subsequently directed authorities to conduct a comprehensive psychological and psychiatric assessment before allowing the trial to proceed. After reviewing all evidence and expert findings, the court ultimately convicted the defendant on all major charges.
Victims’ Family Welcomes Verdict
The victims’ family expressed relief at the court’s decision, viewing it as a step toward justice after enduring months of grief. Maher Salem Wafai, the son of the deceased woman and brother of the two slain sisters, stated that the family had maintained confidence in the judicial process. He acknowledged that while nothing could erase the pain of losing his mother and sisters, the verdict provided a sense of closure.
Wafai noted that his surviving sister, who was injured in the attack, became emotional upon learning about the court’s decision, breaking down in tears after enduring months of trauma.
Family Recalls Horrific Attack
Wafai recounted the harrowing events of the day of the attack, detailing how his mother and four sisters were at home when the argument escalated into violence. He described how one sister was first struck by the accused’s vehicle before being shot, while another sister was shot while attempting to assist her. Their mother and another sister were also killed as they tried to escape.
An 11-year-old boy, the son of one of the victims, reportedly witnessed the attack but managed to flee after the suspect allegedly attempted to shoot him. The tragedy left several children without their mothers, with Wafai highlighting that one of his sisters had six children, the eldest being only 15 years old.
Verdict Can Still Be Appealed
This triple murder case has shocked communities across the UAE, drawing significant public attention due to the brutality of the attack. Throughout the legal proceedings, the victims’ family consistently sought the maximum punishment available under UAE law. Their legal representative argued that the severity of the offenses warranted the death penalty, a request that was ultimately granted by the court.
The case was initially heard by the Ras Al Khaimah Criminal Court in a closed session in August 2025. Despite the recent ruling, the legal process remains incomplete. Under UAE law, the verdict is subject to appeal within 15 days, and the death sentence will only become final after all judicial procedures have been exhausted.
Source: timesofdubai.ae
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Published on 2026-07-11 10:56:00 • By the Editorial Desk
