Child Killed by Celebratory Gunfire at Wedding in Bayhan District

A child, Darwish Ali Ghanem, was tragically killed on Saturday in Bayhan District, Shabwah Governorate, after being struck by a stray bullet from celebratory gunfire during a local wedding.

According to local sources, the child was near the wedding venue when a stray bullet hit him, killing him instantly. The incident has sparked deep sorrow among the child’s family and local residents, as well as widespread public outrage over the ongoing practice of firing live ammunition during celebrations.

Residents have called on security authorities to launch an immediate investigation and hold those responsible accountable. They emphasized the urgent need to curb this dangerous phenomenon, which continues to endanger innocent lives — particularly those of children.