Man charged with murder after fatal stabbing of Melbourne delivery rider

A 51-year-old man has been charged with murder following a fatal stabbing in the city centre of Melbourne on Friday night, the Guardian and ABC News Australia reported. The victim was 47-year-old delivery driver Feng Jianming, a father of two who worked for HungryPanda. The incident occurred on Frederick Way after two delivery riders confronted a man accused of tampering with their bicycles. [1][2]

According to ABC News Australia, Victoria Police said the altercation began just after 8:00 pm near the Queen Victoria Market. A physical altercation ensued after the two drivers approached the suspect. Feng was allegedly stabbed during the confrontation and died following the incident, both the Guardian and ABC News Australia stated. [1][2]

The Guardian reported that emergency services rushed to Frederick Way, but Feng could not be saved. A second delivery rider, aged 34, was also allegedly stabbed during the altercation and was taken to the hospital for medical treatment. ABC News Australia confirmed that the 51-year-old suspect is facing two charges, including murder, related to the attack. [1][2]

Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria and the second largest urban centre in Australia, located in the south-eastern region of the mainland. The city grew around the Yarra River and Port Phillip after being established in 1835 by free settlers. [7]