A teenage boy sustained serious injuries after being stabbed at a shopping centre located south-west of Melbourne. Police were dispatched to a mall on Malop Street in Geelong around 3:30 PM following reports of an assault.
Witnesses observed two boys engaged in an altercation within the shopping centre, surrounded by a group of individuals. A 17-year-old boy was subsequently found by police nearby with suspected stab wounds. He was transported to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
Authorities believe the other individual involved in the altercation, along with several bystanders, departed the scene. They were last observed moving towards Yarra Street.
A crime scene has been established at the shopping centre and its surrounding areas.
Detectives are appealing for witnesses or anyone who may possess footage of the incident to come forward.
Information can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or via their website, www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.