Man charged over alleged stabbing at busy Sydney shopping centre
A man has been charged after an alleged daylight stabbing at a busy shopping centre in Sydney’s west.

Emergency services swiftly responded to an incident on North Terrace in Bankstown yesterday at approximately 2:30 p.m. following reports of a stabbing.

Upon arrival, they discovered a 55-year-old man suffering from a stab wound to his torso. Paramedics provided immediate medical attention at the scene before transporting the man to the hospital, where he is currently in stable condition.

Stabbing in Bankstown
A 55-year-old man was found at the scene with a stab wound. (9News)

Shortly after the incident, authorities apprehended a 27-year-old man. He was taken into custody at Bankstown Police Station.

The suspect faces charges of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and possession of a knife in a public area.

He is scheduled to appear before Parramatta Local Court today.

Stabbing in Bankstown
A 27-year-old man has been charged with several offences. (9News)

The charged man will front Parramatta Local Court today.

An 18-year-old man was also arrested shortly after the alleged stabbing.

No other charges have been laid.

An investigation into the incident remains ongoing.

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