Taxi driver shot by gunmen on motorcycle in Homs

A taxi driver was injured on Friday after being shot by two armed men riding a motorcycle in the city of Homs. The assailants fled the scene, while investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances of the attack.

3 July, 2026 20:12

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ANHA correspondent in Homs reported that the taxi driver was wounded after two gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire on his vehicle near Al-Aseel Roundabout in the city.

According to the correspondent, the attackers fired at the taxi, injuring the driver before fleeing to an unknown destination. The victim was transferred to a local hospital for treatment. The extent of his injuries and the motive behind the attack remain unknown.

As of the time of publication, the relevant authorities had not issued an official statement detailing the circumstances of the incident or the preliminary findings of the investigation.

Homs has witnessed a series of security incidents, including shootings and sporadic attacks, amid ongoing security tensions and the presence of armed groups in some areas. These incidents have raised concerns among residents over deteriorating security, particularly as attacks targeting civilians and vehicles continue to occur under circumstances that are often left unexplained.

ANHA