Police in Ras Al Khaimah have apprehended a suspect involved in a shooting incident that resulted in the deaths of three women following a traffic dispute in a narrow alley in the emirate.

In an official statement, law enforcement reported that they received a notification regarding the shooting in a specific area of Ras Al Khaimah.

Emergency response teams arrived at the scene within five minutes, where they found three women who had been shot.

They were subsequently transported to a hospital, where they were later pronounced dead.

Initial investigations suggest that the incident stemmed from a disagreement over right-of-way in the narrow passage, which escalated into a verbal altercation.

During this confrontation, the suspect allegedly utilized a firearm and discharged it towards the women.

The Ras Al Khaimah Police confirmed that they treated the report with utmost seriousness, successfully gained control of the situation, arrested the suspect, and secured the firearm involved in the incident.

Relevant authorities have initiated legal proceedings, and the case has been referred to the public prosecution.

Authorities called on community members to exercise restraint and avoid escalating daily conflicts, emphasizing that the law will be enforced rigorously against anyone who threatens public safety and security.