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Alleged Home Invader Shot After Elderly Couple Stabbed
Police say the 34-year-old intruder was shot after allegedly stabbing the couple, who were airlifted to hospital in critical condition.
- On Thursday, a 75-year-old man and 72-year-old woman were critically injured after a 34-year-old man allegedly entered their Torrington home and stabbed them, requiring airlift to Gold Coast Hospital.
- After initially fleeing the property, the assailant attempted to re-enter, prompting the homeowner to shoot him in the abdomen; police confirmed the attacker was unknown to the couple and stole nothing.
- Detective Superintendent Chris McKinnon stated officials are "baffled" by the motive, noting the incident occurred in a "fairly quiet regional location," while the 34-year-old remains in custody at Armidale Hospital.
- Police praised the resident's self-defense actions, noting he "certainly did his best" to protect his partner despite critical injuries; the attacker faces court on Thursday charged with two counts of wounding with intent to murder.
- Authorities urged residents to secure their premises and remain aware of strangers in the area; anyone with information regarding the Torrington incident should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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Elderly couple fighting for life after home invasion
An elderly couple are fighting for life and a man has been shot in a home invasion in NSW's New England region.
·North Sydney, Australia
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