MELBOURNE Stabbing — Five teenagers have been arrested following a violent stabbing that left a father and son injured in Melbourne’s central business district.
Police say the incident occurred late Sunday evening in the heart of the city, when an altercation broke out between two groups. During the confrontation, both the father and his teenage son were allegedly stabbed. Emergency services arrived quickly, and the pair were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Following a swift police response, five teenagers were taken into custody nearby. Investigators are now working to determine the events leading up to the attack and whether the individuals involved knew each other.
A police spokesperson confirmed that charges are expected to be laid and that the investigation remains ongoing.
Authorities have appealed for witnesses or anyone with video footage from the area to come forward.
This is a developing story — updates will be provided as more details emerge.
