Sudanese expatriate killed in front of the Police at Suakin Port

An expatriate citizen was stabbed at Suakin Port after a fight ensued with a group of port workers, who tried to seize his property when he refused to pay them (2,000) Saudi riyals for lifting his bag.

The incident reflects the growing tensions in the area, as workers seek to impose illegal fees for their services, which -in turn, rightfully- angers expatriates.

According to eyewitness accounts, the workers forcibly took the expatriate’s bag, which prompted a violent fight to ensue between them. In the midst of the chaos, one of the workers stabbed the expatriate, causing a state of panic amongst those present at the scene, including Police Officers who witnessed the incident. This behavior -in a way- reflects the increasing level of violence that expatriates face at the Port.

Suakin Port is deteriorating further into a state of growing chaos, as expatriates arriving from abroad are often subjected to repeated looting and extortion by a number of workers.

The aforementioned workers charge exorbitant fees for baggage handling and unloading services, in the absence of effective security controls. These conditions -naturally- raise concerns among travelers and necessitate urgent address in order to protect their rights and ensure their safety.