Witnesses sought to Macquarie stabbing

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses and information regarding a stabbing that occurred in Macquarie last night (Saturday, 1 January 2022)  

About 8.20pm police were called to a disturbance in Catchpole Street, Macquarie and located a 38-year-old man who had been stabbed in the abdomen. He was transported to hospital by ambulance for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.  

Witnesses described four people who had been interacting with the man: 

·         A Caucasian woman, under 25-years-old with long dark hair and a thin build who was wearing a short tight dress. 

·         A second Caucasian woman, under 25-years-old with dark clothing.  

·         Two males - one of which was on a bike. 

The women left the scene towards Bowman Street and the men left the scene towards the Jamison Ovals. 

Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or drivers with dash-cam footage of the group or incident at about 8.20pm last night to come forward.  

Anyone with information that could assist police should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference 7003049. Information can be provided anonymously. 

Media enquiries 

Police Media — (02) 5126 9070, act-police-media@afp.gov.au