Courier in Suzhou dies after dispute over misplaced parcel turns violent

CHINA: A 30-year-old courier in Suzhou was killed after being attacked during a dispute over a misplaced parcel.

According to local media, the incident occurred at about 7pm on 17 October 2025.

The victim, identified by family as Li, worked as a contracted courier at a China Post delivery outlet in Suzhou.

He was responsible for deliveries in the local area and was on his usual route when the dispute unfolded.

Li reportedly delivered a parcel intended for a woman surnamed Wu to an incorrect spot several hundred metres away, near Weiting Jinling West Road. 

After realising the error, he attempted multiple times to call Wu to explain and discuss collection arrangements, but received no answer.

Argument escalates

After repeated calls, Wu’s husband eventually picked up.

Local media reported that Wu, upset over the delayed delivery, went to the location where the parcel had been left.

A heated argument followed between the couple and the courier.

During the confrontation, Wu’s husband allegedly lost control and attacked Li with a knife.

Courier dies at the scene

Witnesses immediately called police and emergency services. Despite efforts by responding medics, Li succumbed to severe blood loss and was pronounced dead at the scene.

China Post confirmed that Li had been an employee of the delivery unit but said staff were still trying to understand the exact circumstances as he died before assistance arrived.

Police have not released further details, and the local station that responded to the incident has not issued a public statement.

Li’s relatives are currently in discussions with China Post regarding follow-up matters. The case remains under investigation.