Man on life support, woman hospitalised after brutal stabbing by teenagers who broke into their home in Merewether, Newcastle
Man on life support, woman hospitalized after brutal stabbing by teenagers who broke into their home in Merewether, Newcastle
A 49-year-old man is fighting for his life after a horrific home invasion in Merewether, Newcastle.
Police were called to a home on Coane Street around 3 a.m. Tuesday after reports of a home invasion.
Four teenage intruders entered the home, leading to a confrontation with the homeowners.
A 49-year-old man is fighting for his life in hospital after being stabbed by teenage intruders in his home
Police were called to a home on Coane Street (pictured) around 3am on Tuesday after reports of a home invasion. Four teenage intruders entered the home, leading to a confrontation with the homeowners
During the scuffle, the 49-year-old was stabbed in the abdomen and the intruders fled.
The injured man was taken to John Hunter Hospital in a critical condition, while a 75-year-old woman was also treated for minor injuries.
Shortly afterwards, police arrested five teenagers, two boys and three girls, believed to be involved in the incident.
They are currently working with authorities at Newcastle Police Station.