Woman held at knifepoint in shocking early morning carjacking
A woman was threatened at knifepoint during a carjacking incident in Melbourne. The attack also involved a good Samaritan who attempted to assist her. This shocking event highlights ongoing concerns about safety in urban areas.
- ▪A female driver was carjacked in Melbourne while being threatened at knifepoint.
- ▪A good Samaritan tried to help the woman during the incident.
- ▪The carjacking has raised concerns about safety in the city.
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| Original publisher | The Sydney Morning Herald |
| Canonical URL | https://www.smh.com.au/national/woman-held-at-knifepoint-in-shocking-early-morning-carjacking-20260518-p5zyhh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 18:20:59 +1000 |
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