Kassala city was shaken on Friday by a brutal murder at the Grand Market. In the Colombia area, east of the market, an unknown assailant stabbed a man to death, shocking shoppers and passersby.
Security sources said the attacker fled before police arrived, leaving the scene steeped in fear and confusion. Authorities quickly began investigations, transferring the victim’s body to the morgue. By afternoon, security forces arrested a suspect.
The Colombia neighborhood has long been a hotspot for murders, robberies, gambling, and drug use, earning it the nickname “Global Colombia.” Residents have repeatedly called for more police stations and patrols, but authorities have taken minimal action.
This neglect has intensified fear, particularly around the crowded market where violent incidents recur. In response, citizens are urging urgent and decisive measures to cleanse the area of criminals before lawlessness spreads.
Authorities have promised thorough investigations and increased patrols, attempting to restore a sense of safety in the troubled district. The murder highlights enduring tensions between community security needs and persistent criminal activity across Kassala’s central neighborhoods.
