Teenager, 17, arrested after man fatally stabbed close to Grafton

Police are searching for two male youngsters in relation to the deadly stabbing of a person within the Northern Rivers area of New South Wales.

Emergency providers responded to stories of an assault on the Gwydir Highway at Waterview about 1am Wednesday.

Police discovered a 35-year-old man had been stabbed by unknown individuals whereas strolling alongside the road.

The 35-year-old-man was handled by paramedics however died on the scene.

Police arrested a 17-year-old male in relation to the stabbing, who’s helping authorities with their investigations.

Detective Chief Inspector Guy Flaherty stated police had been searching for two male youngsters in hoodies and trackpants who left the realm on a motorcycle or a quad bike.

He referred to as for anybody with sprint cam and residential CCTV footage across the space to return ahead to help officers with their inquiries.

“We’re appealing for members of the public who may have seen or heard people fighting in the area around the Gwydir Highway [near] Hay Street, South Grafton,” Detective Chief Inspector Flaherty stated.

“We’re also interested in an altercation that took place earlier around an hour prior in the Bent Street, South Grafton area.”

Detective Chief Inspector Flaherty stated officers believed the 35-year-old and the unknown individuals had been recognized to one another.

“This was not a random attack,” he stated.

Local resident Craig Barry stated he woke to flashing lights.

Drivers are being suggested to keep away from the realm, which is anticipated to stay a criminal offense scene for a substantial period of time.

Anyone with details about the incident is urged to contact Grafton police or Crime Stoppers.