Key Takeaways
- A 36-year-old woman is fighting for her life after allegedly being assaulted and run over in a domestic violence attack in Sydney’s south-west.
- The incident occurred in Narellan Vale, where emergency services found the woman with a broken pelvis, internal injuries, and facial abrasions.
- A 36-year-old man, known to police, has been arrested and is expected to be charged in connection with the attack.
- The police are appealing for anyone with information, including dashcam vision, to come forward and assist with the investigation.
- The incident has shocked the quiet neighborhood, with responding officers describing the scene as "horrendous".
Introduction to the Incident
A woman is fighting for her life after being brutally assaulted and run over in a domestic violence attack in Sydney’s south-west. The incident occurred on Wednesday morning in Narellan Vale, where emergency services were called to find the 36-year-old woman suffering from severe injuries, including a broken pelvis, internal injuries, and facial abrasions. The woman was treated by paramedics at the scene before being airlifted to Liverpool Hospital in a critical condition.
The Alleged Attack
According to Detective Chief Inspector Paul Albury, a verbal argument allegedly occurred between the couple inside a car parked outside their home before escalating into physical violence inside the house. It is alleged that the 36-year-old man smashed a TV and then struck the woman in the head with a glass vase, causing abrasions and lacerations. The woman managed to call Triple Zero (000) and ran out of the house to seek help, but the man allegedly entered a Mazda sedan, reversed, and ran over her before fleeing the scene.
Response and Investigation
Responding officers were met with a "horrendous" scene, with Chief Inspector Albury describing the level of violence as shocking. The police had not previously been called to the address for any domestic violence-related matters, despite the man being known to them. After a search of the area, the 36-year-old man was located and arrested at a phone box in Camden Valley Way and taken into custody at Narellan Vale Police Station. The man is expected to be charged later in connection with the attack.
Community Response and Appeal for Information
The incident has sent shockwaves through the quiet neighborhood, with witnesses who came to the aid of the woman describing the scene as deeply disturbing. The police are appealing for anyone with information, including dashcam vision or CCTV footage, to come forward and assist with the investigation. Residents in the area are being asked to contact the police if they have any information that may help with the investigation.
Support Services and Conclusion
For those affected by domestic violence, there are several support services available, including the NSW Domestic Violence Line, 1800 Respect National Helpline, Lifeline, Men’s Referral Service, and Mensline. In emergency situations, triple-0 should be called immediately. The incident highlights the importance of addressing domestic violence and seeking help when needed. As the investigation continues, the community is urged to come forward with any information that may assist the police in bringing the perpetrator to justice.