Boy, 12, assisting police after 36yo man fatally stabbed at Broken Hill
A 12-year-old is assisting police with their inquiries after a man was fatally stabbed at a regional home in a major state.
A 12-year-old boy is assisting police after the stabbing death of a 36-year-old man in regional NSW.
Police were called to a property on Duff St in Broken Hill on Thursday, June 6 about 11.50pm following a concern for welfare check.
Upon arrival, police found a 36-year-old man with stab wounds to his neck.
Paramedics treated the man at the scene, but he could not be revived.
A crime scene was established with detectives from the state homicide squad launching an investigation.
“A 12-year-old boy is assisting police with inquiries into the circumstances leading up to the death of the 36-year-old man,” a NSW Police statement read.
“Police intend to seek legal advice in relation to the matter, and a report will be prepared for the information of the coroner.”
No charges have been laid.