UPDATE: A 17-year-old boy has tragically died after being stabbed behind Rouse Hill High School in Sydney. Emergency services rushed to the scene at 4:00 PM on October 2, 2023, following reports of the violent attack at Bruce Purser Reserve.
Upon arrival, officers from NSW Police found the teenager with a serious stab wound to his leg. Despite immediate treatment by NSW Ambulance paramedics, he was unable to be saved and died at the scene, leaving the community in shock.
Authorities have quickly established a crime scene and initiated a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. Federal Attorney-General Michelle Rowland, whose electorate includes the Rouse Hill area, expressed her profound sadness over the incident. In a heartfelt statement on Facebook, she lamented, “There is no place in our community for these acts of senseless violence, and I know this news will be particularly distressing for local families.”
Police are expected to hold a media briefing later this evening to provide further updates and details about the investigation. The loss of such a young life has sparked outrage and grief among residents, highlighting the urgent need for community safety and intervention against violence.
As this story develops, residents are urged to stay informed and be vigilant. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are calling for anyone with information to come forward.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as it unfolds.
