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Abandoned building collapse claims lives of four children in Oman

Three others injured as abandoned structure gives way in Rustaq; investigations underway.

TAS News Service

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Sunday, March 22, 2026

MUSCAT — Four children were killed and three others seriously injured after an abandoned building collapsed in Oman’s Wilayat of Rustaq, police said on Sunday.

According to the Royal Oman Police, the incident occurred in the Al Haimli area, where seven children had entered a deserted structure. The building suddenly gave way, resulting in four fatalities, while the remaining three sustained critical injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.

Authorities said investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the collapse.

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