Bloodshed at Centrelink: Woman fights for life after terrifying stabbing in busy benefits office
- Woman, 55, attacked in Airport West, Melbourne
- She is believed to have sustained stab wounds
- Police arrested a 34-year-old man nearby
A woman is fighting for her life after a stabbing at Centrelink Airport West in Melbourne.
The 55-year-old woman was attacked at around 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday in the Louis Street store.
The woman suffered stab wounds and was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
A 55-year-old woman is in critical condition after being stabbed at Centrelink (stock image) in Airport West, Melbourne
A 34-year-old man from Essendon was arrested and is assisting police in their investigation.
“A crime scene has been cordoned off while police work to establish the circumstances of the incident,” Victoria Police said.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
More to come.