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Five killed and four injured in horrific Sharjah accident

Five people were killed and four others injured in a four-vehicle pile-up in Al Maleeha, near University City in Sharjah on Monday.

  • By Bassma Al Jandaly, Staff Reporter
  • Published: 17:12 March 24, 2008
  • Gulf News

  • Image Credit: Supplied Picture
  • Remains of the horrific accident that took place near University City in Sharjah on Monday.
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Sharjah: Five people were killed and four others injured in a four-vehicle pile-up in Al Maleeha, near University City in Sharjah on Monday.

Two of the injured are fighting for their lives in Al Qasimi Hospital, Sharjah.

Two cars, one pick-up and a heavy vehicle were involved in the horrific accident, said Brigadier Humaid Mohammad Al Hudaidi, Chief of Sharjah Police.

Speeding and reckless driving led to the accident, said Brigadier Al Hudaidi.

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