by P A Hameed - Padubidri [Riyadh]
Daijiworld Media Network
Saudi Arabia, Jan 27: An accident took place near Al Hassa in the eastern province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, in which a Mangalorean has died.
Abubakker, aged about 38 died while traveling in a van. The van with around 8-10 people met an accident on Al Hassa Road, which is about 120 kms from Dammam city.
A confirmed report is not yet received. However certain sources claim that Abubakker died in the ghastly accident.
More details on the accident and its aftermath are being verified and known.
It is reported that Abubakker was traveling to Al Hassa from Dammam for the renewal process of his residence permit (Iqama) along with his sponsor. While returning, he became prey to a tragic mishap. The cause of the accident is not revealed.
People close to Abubakker have confirmed that he is from Uchila-Paniyoor in Udupi District and son of Abdul Rahman and Amina. He is survived by his parents, wife and two daughters, two brothers and sisters.