A 93-year-old man has been charged after allegedly stabbing his 79-year-old wife multiple times inside Westpoint shopping centre in Blacktown, Sydney.
Emergency services were called to the retail complex on Patrick Street at approximately 10am on Sunday, 18th October, following reports of an armed individual within the premises.
New South Wales Police confirmed that officers attended the scene after receiving reports that a woman had allegedly been stabbed on several occasions.
Victim treated and taken to hospital
The 79-year-old victim was treated at the scene, with witnesses reporting that she had attempted to flee to discount retailer The Reject Shop for safety. Paramedics administered treatment before the woman was taken to hospital, where she remains in a critical condition.
Officers were told the woman suffered several stab wounds with what allegedly appeared to be a kitchen knife.
Suspect apprehended and charged
The 93-year-old man, believed to be known to the victim, was apprehended nearby and escorted to Blacktown Police Station. The woman is thought to be the suspect's wife.
A New South Wales Police spokesperson confirmed: "He was charged with reckless wounding (DV) and two counts common assault (DV)."
"He was refused bail and will appear before Blacktown Local Court tomorrow (Monday 19 October 2026)."
