Tragic Final Hours: Brother Reflects on the Passing of Missing RAK Woman
A grieving brother has shed light on the final moments of Sheikha Al Hamir Alshemeili, an Emirati woman who was found dead in Ras Al Khaimah after disappearing from a medical facility. The 50-year-old, who had been receiving psychiatric care for over two decades, reportedly exited the hospital on the morning of October 6 by using a chair to scale a perimeter wall. Her brother, Mohammad Al-Hamir Alshemeili, estimates that she trekked nearly two kilometers through a residential area before passing away, though the official cause and timing of her death remain under investigation. The family has expressed frustration regarding the circumstances of her departure, suggesting that earlier notification from the facility might have allowed them to intervene and ensure her safety.
Beyond the circumstances of her disappearance, Mohammad remembers his sister as a remarkably gentle and quiet soul who struggled with mental health challenges since her teenage years—a decline he links to the childhood loss of their younger brother. Sheikha lived a reclusive life, shunning noise and social interaction in favor of solitude and peace. As the community offers their condolences, the family remains deeply appreciative of the Ras Al Khaimah Police for their dedicated search efforts and compassionate handling of the case. While they mourn her passing, they find a small measure of comfort in the kindness shown by the officers during what has been a profoundly difficult time for their family.