A serious stabbing incident occurred at Market Square shopping centre in Geelong, Australia, where a 17-year-old boy suffered severe injuries. The police responded to reports of a fight at around 3:30 PM on Thursday afternoon, discovering the injured boy nearby. Witnesses indicated that the altercation involved two boys, with a group of teenage onlookers who are suspected to know the individuals involved.

The injured teenager was transported to the hospital with serious stab wounds, prompting local detectives to initiate an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Efforts are being made to locate the suspect who was involved in the fight as well as the bystanders who fled the scene towards Yarra Street. This has resulted in police establishing a crime scene at the mall and its surroundings to collect evidence related to the stabbing.

The local authorities are appealing for assistance from the public, urging anyone with information or who may have witnessed the fight to contact Crime Stoppers. The ongoing investigation underscores concerns regarding youth violence and safety in public spaces, as the incident drew the attention of shoppers and nearby residents, highlighting the need for community vigilance and law enforcement engagement in such situations.