Royal Oman Police Clamp Down on Saham Market Disturbance

In a recent incident that captured the attention of the nation, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) took decisive action to address a public disturbance in the Wilayat of Saham, located in the South Al Batinah Governorate. A group of individuals, all of Asian nationalities, was arrested following the circulation of a video on social media that depicted their involvement in a mass brawl within a local market.

قيادة شرطة محافظة شمال الباطنة وبإسناد من وحدة شرطة المهام الخاصة بصحم تستوقف مجموعة أشخاص من جنسيات آسيوية بعد تداول مقطع مرئي يوضح تورطهم في مشاجرة جماعية بأحد الأسواق في ولاية صحم والتسبب في إقلاق الراحة العامة، وتُستكمل الإجراءات القانونية بحقهم.#شرطة_عمان_السلطانية pic.twitter.com/hgbe6namqM

— شرطة عُمان السلطانية (@RoyalOmanPolice) August 8, 2024

The altercation, which disrupted the peaceful environment of the market, quickly spread across social media, drawing widespread concern from the public. The ROP responded promptly, deploying special forces alongside the South Al Batinah Governorate Police Command to apprehend those involved.

A screenshot from the video, shared by the ROP on their official social media channels, highlighted the seriousness of the situation. The police have since confirmed that legal proceedings are underway against the individuals involved, ensuring that justice will be served.

This incident follows a similar occurrence on July 10 in the Wilayat of Barka, where the police arrested several individuals after a mass fight broke out in another market. These consecutive incidents underscore the importance of maintaining public order and the ROP's unwavering commitment to upholding the safety and security of the community.

The swift and effective response by the Royal Oman Police serves as a reminder of the critical role law enforcement plays in safeguarding the peace and tranquility of Oman. As legal proceedings progress, the public can take comfort in knowing that the authorities are diligently working to ensure such disturbances are promptly and effectively addressed.

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