Cobblebank, Victoria stabbings: Two boys, aged 12 and 15, fatally stabbed in targeted attacks
Two young boys have been fatally stabbed in separate attacks in Cobblebank, Victoria on Saturday evening.
Emergency services were first called to Marble Drive just before 8pm following reports of a person seriously injured.
Upon arrival, paramedics found a 12-year-old boy with critical injuries. Despite CPR efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
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While the exact circumstances leading to the stabbings remain unclear, police believe the attacks are linked and are treating the incidents as targeted assaults.
“The exact circumstances surrounding the deaths are still being determined but are believed to be connected,” a Victoria Police spokesperson said in a statement.
“At this time police are treating it as a targeted attack and the investigation remains ongoing.”
Victorian Leader of the Opposition Brad Battin said the horrific attack was an example of how more needed to be done to combat violent crime.
“Last night we saw the tragic outcome of the crime crisis in Victoria,” he told the Herald Sun.
“Too many Victorians have been victims of crime. Last night, two more Victorians were tragically added to that tally.
“When we talk about the crime crisis, we can never lose sight of its human cost. These are not just statistics, they represent lives lost, families shattered, and communities forever changed.”
Sam Rae, Aged Care minister whose division of Hawke includes Cobblebank, told Sky News’ Sunday Agenda: “This has been a harrowing night for my community, these are incredibly distressing reports that have emerged.
“We’ve seemingly lost two children overnight.
“My job at this point is to support those families, support my community and to support the police to do their job in ensuring that we get justice for this heinous crime.”
The investigation is ongoing as detectives work to establish the full details and motive behind the killings.
Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online.
- with Newswire
