Blacktown, Australia— The call came in just after 3 p.m. on October 29. A fight in a laneway near a shopping strip, then a stabbing. Police found a young man bleeding near a bus stop. A knife lay a few meters away. Bystanders were shouting for help.
Paramedics arrived within ten minutes. The victim, aged in his 20s, had stab wounds to the abdomen and arm. He was conscious but losing blood. He was taken to Blacktown Hospital, then transferred to Westmead for surgery. Doctors said he was stable by evening.
Police locked down the area. The laneway, a shortcut between Flushcombe Road and a car park, was taped off. Officers in gloves searched for blood trails. One witness told police, "Two groups were yelling. Then one kid ran. The other fell."
The suspect was identified quickly. A 17-year-old from a nearby suburb. He was arrested at a house 20 minutes later. He did not resist. Police seized clothing and a phone. He was taken to Blacktown Police Station under youth justice procedures.
NSW Police said the incident appeared targeted, not random. A detective said, "We believe there was an argument beforehand. We are looking at prior contact between the two." No gang link was confirmed, but officers checked for affiliations.
Forensic teams worked until dark. They photographed the scene, collected the knife, and canvassed shops for CCTV. Several businesses handed over footage. The footage will be reviewed to establish the sequence.
The charge was laid late tonight. The teenager was charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and affray. He was refused bail to appear at a children's court tomorrow. His identity cannot be published under NSW law.
Schools in the area increased staff presence for dismissal. Council said youth workers would be on site this week. The victim's family arrived at the hospital and asked for privacy.
The laneway remains closed. Police continue to appeal for witnesses who saw the argument.
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