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Child Dies in NSW Stabbing; Woman, Two Others Critical
20 Sep
Summary
- One child died; two children and a woman are critically injured.
- The victims were discovered inside a vehicle on Sunday, September 20.
- Police have established a crime scene and are not seeking further suspects.
Tragic events unfolded in Australia's Blue Mountains on Sunday, September 20, when emergency services responded to a call on Waratah Road in Valley Heights. Upon arrival, authorities discovered a devastating scene inside a vehicle.
One child was found deceased. Additionally, two other children and an adult woman sustained critical injuries in what is being investigated as a stabbing incident. Paramedics provided immediate treatment at the scene before transporting the injured to Westmead Hospital and Westmead Children's Hospital.
Police have established a crime scene around the vehicle and have stated they are not seeking any other individuals in relation to this incident. Authorities are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time or possesses relevant information or dashcam footage to come forward.