Ras Al Khaimah tragedy: Boy, 13, dies saving sister from sea

Ras Al Khaimah: A 13-year-old Emirati boy died after drowning off the coast of Ras Al Khaimah on Tuesday afternoon, moments after rescuing his 7-year-old sister from the sea, in a tragic incident that has left the community in mourning.

The boy managed to save his younger sister from drowning. She survived the incident along with two of their cousins, aged about 8 and 9.

The accident occurred at Flamingo Beach, behind the “Saudi Institute” in Ras Al Khaimah.

Emergency services rushed the three survivors to Saqr Government Hospital, where they received first aid and medical treatment. All were discharged the following day in stable condition.

According to the boy’s father, his son was widely loved and had recently achieved high academic scores. He had returned home proudly carrying his school report card, filled with joy, and had asked for an “iPhone 17” as a reward for his excellence.

“He was happy and proud of his results,” the father said, recalling his son’s final days.

A medical source confirmed that the boy was brought to Saqr Hospital after he had already passed away. Necessary procedures were carried out before his body was handed over to the family.

Funeral prayers were held on Wednesday at Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Mosque, followed by burial at Al Salhiya cemetery in Ras Al Khaimah. A large number of mourners attended the funeral to pay their respects and offer condolences to the grieving family.