An 18-year-old woman was critically stabbed in Melbourne; the suspect, an 18-year-old man, was found dead in Antwerp, police say.

An 18-year-old woman in Kew, Melbourne, was stabbed outside her home early January 21, 2026, sustaining life-threatening injuries but is now stable. Police searched for an 18-year-old man from Camberwell linked to the attack. His body was found in Antwerp, about 360 kilometers away, following a tip to Triple Zero. Authorities confirmed the death is not suspicious and are not seeking other suspects. The investigation continues, and a report will be submitted to the coroner.