4 killed in Oman: US issues security alert for citizens after shooting

The incident took place near a mosque earlier today, leaving many injured

Published: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 12:09 PM

Updated: Tue 16 Jul 2024, 5:14 PM

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Web Desk

The US Embassy on Tuesday, July 16, issued a security alert for American citizens in Oman.

It said in a statement: "The US Embassy is following reports of the shooting incident in Wadi Kabir. US citizens should remain vigilant, monitor local news and heed directions of local authorities."

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Earlier today, nine people were killed and several others injured in a shooting incident near a mosque in Oman's Wadi Al Kabir.

The police said that they have started collecting evidence and conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

The Pakistani foreign ministry confirmed that four Pakistani nationals were also killed in "attack" in Wadi Al Kabir, in the governorate of the capital city Muscat.

The authorities expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and extended their deepest sympathies to those affected by this tragedy. They also wished the injured victims a swift recovery.

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