Papua New Guinea: Foreign national killed during armed robbery in Port Moresby May 26

Event

A foreign national was killed during an armed robbery in Port Moresby May 26. The victim was driving into the car park of Hill House Inn along Garden Hills Drive when approximately four assailants opened fire at him and robbed him. According to reports, the victim was returning to his workplace after visiting the bank when the incident occurred. The robbers fled the scene and the police are currently searching for the suspects. It has been reported that the individual was a South Korean national, although independent verification is currently unavailable.

Context

The threat of crime is high across Papua New Guinea, and criminals can target foreign nationals. However, reports of murder against foreign nationals are rarer. The incident highlights the importance of individuals exercising caution when transporting money or conducting bank transactions. Reported attacks often affect residents of East Asian descent, possibly due to perceived relative wealth.