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Man charged over CBD stabbing

October 28, 2024 3:08 pm in by
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UPDATE: A Colac man has been charged in relation to a fatal stabbing in Geelong’s CBD.

20-year-old Corio man, Jayme Sykes was allegedly stabbed during a fight on Little Malop Street, in Geelong’s CBD about 5.30am.

Jayme was taken to hospital where he later died, as police launced an investigation.

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A 26-year-old man attended a police station on Monday morning where he was taken in custody and interviewed by investigators,

He has since been charged with one count of murder and was due to face the Geelong Magistrates’ Court on Monday afternoon.

Two other Colac men, aged 23 and 26, self-presented at a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries yesterday morning.

They will be interviewed at a later date.

The exact circumstances surrounding the incident remains under investigation.

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Anyone who witnessed the incident, with CCTV/dashcam footage or information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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