Police have launched a public appeal for information after a violent incident at a major Perth shopping centre, where a teenager was stabbed and witnesses reported seeing a suspect with a machete.
Violence Erupts in Shopping Centre
The disturbance occurred inside the Cockburn Gateway shopping centre in the southern suburb of Success on Wednesday afternoon. Around 1:30pm, a 17-year-old male was attacked with an edged weapon, sending shoppers into a panic.
Officers who were on patrol in the area responded swiftly to the scene. They found the injured teenager and secured the area. Emergency services from St John WA arrived and transported the victim to Fiona Stanley Hospital for treatment.
Authorities have confirmed the young man sustained injuries that are not considered life-threatening.
Witnesses Report Machete, Manhunt Underway
In the chaotic aftermath, witnesses took to social media claiming they had seen a teenager running through the centre while carrying a machete. These reports prompted a significant police response and an ongoing search for the individual involved.
On Thursday morning, detectives formally appealed to the public for assistance. They are urging anyone who was at the Cockburn Gateway shopping centre at the time and may have seen the altercation or its aftermath to come forward.
Investigators are particularly keen to obtain any CCTV, mobile phone, or dash cam footage that could shed light on the events leading up to the stabbing and help identify those responsible.
How the Public Can Help
Police have provided specific channels for information. Anyone with details about the incident is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or to make a report online via the official Crime Stoppers website.
Individuals who have direct video evidence can upload their footage through a dedicated police link to aid the investigation, which remains active.
This incident has shaken the local community, highlighting concerns about safety in public spaces. Police presence in the area is expected to remain high as inquiries continue.
