Man dead after stabbing in Newcastle on Boxing Day
Police in Newcastle have made an arrest after a man was stabbed in the neck on Boxing Day and died on his way to hospital.
A 50-year-old man has died after he was stabbed in the neck in Newcastle in northern New South Wales overnight.
Police found the man critically injured near a Mayfield intersection after responding to reports of the stabbing about 11.30pm on Thursday.
He was taken to John Hunter Hospital. Despite efforts to resuscitate him, he was declared dead on arrival.
Police said a 36-year-old man was arrested nearby and taken to Waratah Police Station. No charges have been laid.
A crime scene has been established on Myola Road, which is being examined by specialist forensic officers.
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