A violent altercation at a wild house party in one of Brisbane's most prestigious suburbs has left a teenage boy hospitalised with a stab wound, marking the second serious violent incident on the same street in recent months.
Chaotic Scene in Affluent Suburb
Emergency services rushed to Oriel Road in Clayfield just before 9:30pm on Thursday night following reports of a major disturbance involving up to 80 teenagers. The situation quickly escalated from a typical end-of-term celebration to a violent confrontation that required police and paramedic response.
Upon arrival, crews discovered a 16-year-old boy from Eatons Hill suffering from what authorities described as 'a deep cut to his back' consistent with a stabbing injury. Paramedics provided immediate medical treatment at the scene before transporting the injured teenager to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital for further care.
History of Violence on Oriel Road
This isn't the first time Oriel Road has been the site of serious violence. In a chilling parallel, the same street was the centre of a murder investigation back in June when prominent Brisbane businessman Greg Josephson was allegedly stabbed to death during a party.
The 58-year-old Universal Store co-founder, who also owned several Sunshine Coast cafes, was killed while approximately 30 teenagers gathered to celebrate the end of term. A 15-year-old boy known to Josephson has been charged in relation to that incident.
Police Investigation Underway
The alleged attacker from Thursday night's violent party fled the scene before police arrived, prompting an immediate appeal for witnesses. Investigators are now combing through evidence and speaking with attendees to piece together the events that led to the stabbing.
Police have urged anyone with information about either incident to come forward as investigations continue into both the recent teen stabbing and the earlier murder of Greg Josephson.
The recurrence of serious violence on the same residential street has raised concerns among local residents about youth gatherings and community safety in the affluent Brisbane suburb.
