A five-year-old boy is fighting for his life in a critical condition after he was allegedly stabbed in a shocking incident in Launceston. The young child was rushed to Launceston General Hospital just before midnight on Tuesday, presenting with serious stab wounds that required immediate medical attention.
Emergency Airlift to Melbourne for Multiple Surgeries
Due to the severity of his injuries, the boy was later airlifted to the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, where he has undergone multiple complex surgeries. Medical teams are working tirelessly to stabilise him, but his condition remains precarious as he battles to recover.
Woman Charged with Attempted Murder
In a related development, a 33-year-old woman, whom police allege is known to the boy, also presented to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. She has since been formally charged with attempted murder, adding a legal dimension to this tragic case as investigations continue.
Family Rallies at Hospital Bedside
The boy's father and other close family members have flown to Melbourne to be by his hospital bedside, where they plan to remain 'for the foreseeable future'. In a heartfelt update on a fundraiser page, the boy's aunt revealed that he is currently under sedation to allow his body to rest, with medical teams assessing the full extent of his injuries in the coming days.
'He is stable but critical,' the aunt wrote, emphasising the family's focus on providing unwavering support. 'Our family is currently facing an unimaginable situation. Right now, the focus is simply on supporting Josh so he is not alone, and has the support he needs so he can continue showing up and being present for his little fighter.'
The community has been left reeling by this distressing event, with local authorities urging anyone with information to come forward as they piece together the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack.
