UPDATE: A 67-year-old woman has been charged following a shocking double stabbing incident at a home in the Blue Mountains. The stabbings occurred on August 24, 2023, around 7:30 AM, in a residence on Myall St, Leura, where two men in their 40s were found with serious injuries.
Emergency services rushed the victims to Westmead Hospital for urgent surgery, and they remain hospitalized as of today. The woman was discovered unconscious at the scene and has since been transported to Nepean Hospital, where she is still receiving medical care. Authorities report that she is known to both men involved.
The situation escalated quickly, prompting the homicide squad to launch an investigation. On Monday, police arrested the woman while she was in the hospital. She has been charged with two counts of causing wounding/grievous bodily harm with intent to murder, classified as a domestic violence incident.
The woman has been refused bail and is expected to face a bedside hearing on Tuesday. This incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, raising concerns about safety and domestic violence.
Authorities are continuing their investigation and urge anyone with information to come forward. This developing story highlights the urgent need for awareness around domestic violence issues in Australia, as communities grapple with the implications of such violent events.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story unfolds.
