A tragic incident has unfolded in Melbourne's east, with police investigating a violent stabbing that left a young woman seriously injured and the subsequent discovery of a man's body hundreds of kilometres away.
Violent Confrontation in Kew
In the early hours of Wednesday morning, an 18-year-old woman was returning to her home on Miller Gr in Kew after a night out with friends. According to police reports, she was allegedly confronted and stabbed by a man known to her outside her residence at approximately 1am.
The attack left the young woman with what were initially believed to be life-threatening injuries. She was rushed to hospital, where her condition has since stabilised, and she is now reported to be in a stable condition.
Scene of the Crime
Evidence of the violent altercation was clearly visible at the scene. Bloodstains were found on a wall and on a car parked in the driveway of the property, painting a grim picture of the events that transpired.
Following the alleged attack, detectives launched an active search for an 18-year-old man from Camberwell in connection with the incident.
Body Discovered in Antwerp
In a separate but related development, police received a call at about 6.15am on Wednesday regarding a body found in Antwerp, located approximately 350 kilometres west of Melbourne.
The man's death is not being treated as suspicious by authorities. A report will be prepared for the coroner as part of standard procedures in such cases.
Police Investigation Continues
Victoria Police have issued a statement confirming that detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding both incidents. However, they have clarified that they are not looking for anyone else in relation to the events.
"Detectives, who are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding what occurred, are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident," police stated.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to piece together the full sequence of events that led to the stabbing in Kew and the subsequent discovery of the man's body in Antwerp.
