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A 30-year-old Garran man has been charged with attempted murder following an alleged machete attack in a Wanniassa home in September.
About 5pm on Wednesday, 4 September 2024, police and emergency services attended a residence on Ashley Drive, Wanniassa following reports of a man suffering severe injuries.
Upon arrival, the man was located suffering life threatening injuries including multiple deep incisions and fractures. He was treated at the scene by ACT Ambulance Service paramedics before being taken to hospital where he underwent lifesaving surgery and was placed in an induced coma for four days.
The offender fled the scene prior to police arrival, and officers from the Major Crime Squad commenced efforts to identify and locate the alleged offender.
Yesterday (Thursday, 21 November 2024) a 30-year-old Garran man was stopped by police as he entered a bus that was travelling interstate.
He was arrested and has been charged with one count of attempted murder. He is scheduled to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court today.
Police continue to urge any witnesses to this incident to come forward. Investigators are confident that there are further witnesses who can provide important information about the attack and the movements of the alleged offender afterwards.
Police are also seeking information about the weapon believed to have been used during the assault. Anyone who has seen it, or know its location, is urged to come forward.
Anyone with information that can assist police, or who may have witnessed the incident, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference number 7842338. Information can be provided anonymously.
