A Child Dies in Liwa Hit-and-Run Accident, Driver Arrested

A heartbreaking hit-and-run accident in Liwa has claimed the life of a young child, officials confirmed on Wednesday, 28 January. The North Al Batinah Governorate Police Command swiftly arrested a motorist suspected of fleeing the scene after the tragic collision.

The child, identified as being of Arab nationality, was struck by a vehicle in circumstances that authorities are continuing to investigate. Despite urgent efforts to assist the victim at the scene, the youngster succumbed to their injuries.

Following the incident, Royal Oman Police initiated a search for the driver who failed to stop after the collision, a serious offence under Omani law. Authorities successfully located and arrested the motorist involved, as part of an ongoing investigation into the circumstances of the crash.

Omani traffic regulations require drivers involved in accidents to immediately stop and report the incident to the authorities. Fleeing the scene not only compounds legal exposure but also endangers public safety and undermines efforts to protect vulnerable road users.

The fatality has triggered an outpouring of grief among local residents, with community leaders urging greater vigilance on the roads. Hit-and-run incidents are particularly distressing for families and often result in intensified law enforcement action and public calls for improved road safety awareness.

Authorities have reiterated the importance of responsible driving and adherence to traffic laws to prevent similar tragedies. The police investigation is expected to involve forensic analysis and witness statements as they work to establish a clear timeline of events leading up to the crash.

As the community mourns the loss of a young life, police continue their inquiry and have promised to pursue all legal avenues against those responsible for the accident.