Ras Al Khaimah: Two men who killed their close friend after repeatedly running him over with their car on a beach have been given the death sentence.

The duo, identified as N.A., 28, and A.A., 37, both Emirati, told police they planned to murder their 34-year-old friend (who had no documents to prove his identity) when he lost consciousness on a beach after drinking alcohol. They said they had a personal dispute with the victim.

Medical reports showed the victim was repeatedly run over, and sustained injuries to his feet and chest, including fractured ribs. The incident happened in early 2012.

A passer-by found his body under bushes on Maaridh beach and told the two Emiratis about it. Police said the suspects pretend to be shocked over the news. The arrests were made within 24 hours.

Human blood, hair and skin was found on the car of one of the suspects and the bumper was dented.

Presiding Judge Yousuf Rajab announced the verdict at Ras Al Khaimah Criminal court on Wednesday. The victim’s family had refused to pardon the killers and accept blood money.

The court also fined the suspects Dh2,000 each for drinking alcohol and Dh20,000 each for drunk-driving.

Source: GulfNews, November 28, 2013