13yo charged with murder over 'senseless' fatal Sydney stabbing
A 13-year-old charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of a father in Sydney's west last week was known to police.
A 13-year-old has been charged with murder and breach of bail in connection to a fatal stabbing in Mount Druitt, Sydney. The victim, a 36-year-old man, died at the scene from torso stab wounds. A 16-year-old has been charged with accessory after the fact to murder. Both teenagers were arrested and refused bail to appear in a children's court on Monday.
Police described the incident as "absolutely senseless" and stated the 13-year-old was known to them. The 36-year-old victim was described as a family man with children and was allegedly stabbed twice by the 13-year-old. The incident occurred on Friday night when an altercation ensued between the victim and a group of young people.
The victim was planning to help some young friends get home safely before the tragic stabbing. Police recovered a knife from a drain near the scene and are investigating the case further.
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