A 15-year-old boy is undergoing emergency surgery after being attacked by a group wielding machetes while walking home from school in Cranbourne, Australia. The assault was described as "extremely violent", and the incident has raised alarm over youth violence involving weapons in the area.

Details of the attack, including the exact circumstances and number of assailants, are still emerging as the victim, named Alkira, receives treatment. Police are investigating the incident, though the full extent of his injuries and the outcome of the investigation have not yet been confirmed.