Statement: On Death of OFW in UAE

24 August 2018 — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) extends its condolences to the family of a sales executive from Abra who was killed in an accident in the United Arab Emirates on Thursday.

The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi reported that the 34-year-old Filipina was hit by a car along the Dubai-Al Ain Highway in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. The victim was struck when she stepped out of her vehicle after one of its tires burst. The driver of the other vehicle is in the custody of police authorities.

Ambassador Hjayceelyn Quintana was able to speak to the victim’s cousin in the UAE to convey the Embassy’s condolences. She gave assurances that the Embassy will extend its full assistance in the repatriation of the remains and with any legal issue arising from this tragic and unfortunate incident. END