A man is on the run after a woman was stabbed during an illegal gathering in locked-down Melbourne, with police issuing fines to five attendees for breaching coronavirus restrictions.
The assault occurred at a home on Peel Street, West Melbourne, at approximately 6:30am on Friday. The 36-year-old female victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Victoria Police confirmed that the five individuals present at the time of the incident will each receive a $1,652 penalty notice for violating the Chief Health Officer's directions under the state's strict lockdown measures.
Authorities are continuing their search for the suspect, who fled the scene following the stabbing. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about compliance with public health orders during Melbourne's extended lockdown.
