Sharjah, UAE – A 44-year-old Syrian expatriate, identified as M.A., died after falling from a high-rise building in the Al Taawun area of Sharjah on January 31. The incident took place around 11 PM, as reported by Sharjah Police on February 1.

Emergency services responded promptly to reports of the incident made by passers-by, who discovered the victim lying on the ground.

Police, Criminal Investigations Department (CID) officials, and national ambulance teams arrived at the scene to provide assistance.

Upon their arrival, responders found M.A. in a pool of blood and confirmed that he had sustained fatal injuries from the fall.

Despite the swift response, M.A. was declared deceased shortly after emergency teams arrived.

His body was transported to a hospital before being moved to the forensic laboratory for autopsy and further investigation.

Authorities have initiated an investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the fall.

They are exploring various possibilities, including the potential for suicide and foul play.

However, as of now, no further details have been released regarding the findings of the investigation or the specific cause of the fall.

This incident has drawn attention to issues concerning the safety of high-rise buildings and the mental health of expatriates in the UAE.

The investigation will seek to provide clarity on the events leading up to this tragic occurrence.