Cassation Court Upholds 3-Year Jail Term Over Arad Building Collapse

Restaurant owner held responsible for fatal gas explosion that killed two and injured six

TDT | Manama

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The Court of Cassation has upheld a three-year prison sentence against a restaurant owner convicted over the fatal Arad building collapse caused by a gas explosion.

The explosion occurred on February 12, 2025, after a gas leak at the restaurant, killing two people and injuring six others. Investigations found the restaurant began operations without mandatory Civil Defence approval and installed unapproved gas detection and shut-off systems, allowing gas to accumulate before the blast.

The Public Prosecution charged the owner with causing deaths and injuries through negligence and violating fire safety regulations. The Court of Cassation's ruling makes the three-year prison sentence final.