Tragedy struck in a small Northern Territory town as a 42-year-old woman lost her life after being allegedly stabbed by an edged weapon. The incident occurred at a clinic in Lajamanu, where a large crowd surrounded the seriously injured woman. Despite police’s prompt arrival at the scene, the woman was declared dead.
The woman’s 46-year-old male partner was swiftly arrested and is currently in custody. Police suspects he was assaulted by members of the community and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Major Crime Detectives have initiated investigations at two crime scenes in connection with the tragic event.
Authorities are gearing up to press charges against the man later tonight pertaining to his partner’s demise. Any individual possessing relevant information is urged to reach out to the police at 131 444 or anonymously report to Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.