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Boy, 13, charged with murder after man stabbed to death in Sydney’s west

Boy, 13, charged with murder after man stabbed to death in Sydney’s west

Summary

A 13-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death in Mt Druitt, Sydney’s west. A 16-year-old boy was also arrested and charged with murder and accessory after the fact. Both boys were denied bail and will appear in children’s court.

Key Facts

  • The stabbing happened in Mt Druitt, a suburb in western Sydney, on Friday evening.
  • The victim, a man in his 30s, died at the scene from stab wounds to his torso.
  • A 13-year-old boy was arrested on Sunday and charged with murder, breach of bail, and robbery.
  • A 16-year-old boy was arrested later that day in Cabramatta and charged with murder and accessory after the fact.
  • Police seized several items at the scene, including a bladed weapon.
  • Around a dozen people were near the scene during the stabbing, and police are asking for any information or video footage.
  • The victim has not been formally identified but is believed to have some prior history with police.
  • Both accused boys were refused bail and are scheduled to appear in children’s court on Monday.
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