RIYADH: A Keralite was stabbed to death in Riyadh while trying to stop a robbery attempt. Thrissur Peringottukkara native Ashraf(43) died in the scuffle. A driver by profession, Ashraf was also a member of the Indian cultural foundation in Umm Al Hamam. The incident took place while Ashraf was waiting at Exit 4 Park in Riyadh.

Ashraf was ambushed by the robber in the park. Not giving him an easy run, Ashraf tried to stop the attempt when he was stabbed by the assailant. He was rushed to a Saudi-German hospital and was continuing treatment despite remaining critical. Today morning, the doctors confirmed the death. After certain procedures, the body will be handed over to his family in India. Ashraf is survived by his wife Shahana.