Man charged after allegedly stabbing mother and punching boy outside police HQ
A 27-year-old man was arrested. He punched a 10-year-old boy. Then he allegedly repeatedly stabbed his 46-year-old mother with scissors. This happened outside Melbourne's police station.
Why it mattersA random violent attack happened at a major police station. It raises questions about public safety, even outside police buildings themselves.
AustraliaThe incident occurred at Melbourne's busiest police location and has shaken confidence in safety in the CBD, where tourists and families expect security.
Corroborated bysmh.com.au·theage.com.au
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 6 h ago
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