Saudi police have arrested two expatriates in separate cases of domestic violence, both involving the murder of their wives. The incidents took place in Mecca and Riyadh.

Incident in Mecca

In Mecca, an Egyptian male nurse was arrested after fatally stabbing his wife and her mother during a dispute. The nurse worked at a hospital where his wife was also employed. The murder occurred in a residence designated for hospital staff from various nationalities, sending shockwaves throughout the hospital and the health community in Mecca, according to Sabq.

Incident in Riyadh

In a separate case, police in Riyadh apprehended a Sudanese expatriate for fatally assaulting his wife during a dispute. Both individuals held Sudanese citizenship. The arrest was part of the city's efforts to address domestic violence.

Legal Context

Saudi Arabia, which has a population of around 32.2 million people, is home to a large expatriate community. Murder is a capital offense in the kingdom, punishable by death. Recently, a Saudi man was executed in Riyadh after being convicted of murdering a compatriot due to a dispute. The execution followed a trial and a royal order confirming the death sentence.