News Center — In recent months, many Syrian cities have witnessed a rise in murder cases, with women often being the primary victims. These incidents reveal how family and social disputes are increasingly turning into deadly violence amid weak legal and social protection.

The tragic event took place on Thursday, October 23, in the town of Ain Menin, Rural Damascus, causing widespread shock. According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a man opened fire on his brother’s wife, killing her instantly, before turning his weapon on his brother’s daughters. Three girls were seriously injured and taken to the hospital, where two of them later passed away, while the third remains under medical care.

The Syrian Observatory reported that the crime stemmed from family disputes, while authorities have begun an investigation to uncover the circumstances and determine accountability.

Since the beginning of this year, Syrian cities have recorded a total of 322 murders and felonies of unknown perpetrators, claiming the lives of 365 people, including 283 men, 54 women, and 28 children, according to local statistics. These figures reflect a troubling rise in violent crimes, prompting public calls to strengthen security and activate the role of the judiciary in curbing such phenomena.