URGENT UPDATE: A 15-year-old girl is in recovery after being stabbed during a violent altercation at a supermarket in Wellington on November 7, 2025. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene on Arthur Street at approximately 6:00 PM following reports of an assault.
Upon arrival, officers from the Orana Mid-Western Police District discovered the girl suffering from multiple stab wounds to her leg, arm, and hip. She received immediate medical treatment at the scene from paramedics before being transported to Dubbo Hospital, where she is currently listed in stable condition.
Authorities report that a 13-year-old boy was also involved in the incident, having sustained injuries but not requiring further medical attention. Following the altercation, police arrested the teenage boy shortly after the emergency call was made. He was taken to Wellington Police Station, then released pending ongoing inquiries.
Police have launched a thorough investigation into the stabbing and are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.
In a separate incident on the same night, officers responded to another call regarding a brawl at a licensed premises in Wellington at 11:00 PM. Reports indicated that approximately 15 people were involved, but they dispersed before police arrived. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from this incident, and investigations are still underway. Authorities have stated that there is no indication that this brawl is connected to the earlier stabbing.
As inquiries continue, the community is left shaken by this violent episode. Officials emphasize the need for public cooperation to uncover the full circumstances surrounding these incidents. Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
