A 10-year-old girl has allegedly been stabbed to death in New South Wales’ Hunter region.
Emergency services responded to reports a stabbing at a home on Thurston Street in Boolaroo, about 20km west of Newcastle, about 3.45pm today.
The girl was treated by paramedics for multiple stab wounds but died at the scene, police confirmed.
A 17-year-old girl at the home has been arrested and was taken to Belmont Police Station, where she is assisting with inquiries.
Police said both girls are believed to be known to each other.
A crime scene has been established as police begin investigations.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
