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Feng Jianming's widow hopes to reach Melbourne for his farewell

Speaking from China, Hongfeng Xu tells 9 News Australia about her husband as mourners call for safer streets.

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Hongfeng Xu wants to travel to Melbourne to say goodbye to her husband, delivery rider Feng Jianming, after his fatal stabbing in the city centre.

Speaking remotely from China in Julia Passarelli's report for 9 News Australia, Xu remembers the person behind the street-side tributes. In the report's translated voiceover, she says: "He was a very kind-hearted, frugal, hardworking person who treated everyone with care."

Nine reports that Feng was attacked after confronting someone tampering with his bike. The segment includes CCTV footage and images of the scene, before moving to a candlelight vigil outside State Library Victoria, where mourners leave flowers.

The gathering brings grief alongside demands for safety. Local resident Zenith Yan expresses fear of becoming another victim, while Victorian MP Richard Welch calls for consequences and justice.

According to Nine's report, a suspect remains in custody as police continue investigating. A second injured rider has been released from hospital.

Passarelli also reports that fundraising and support from HungryPanda are helping with the family's travel and funeral expenses. Xu closes with the farewell she hopes that help will make possible: "I believe with everyone's help, I can give Feng a nice farewell."

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