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Sunday, September 11, 2016

'IS-Inspired' Australian Charged With Terrorism After Stabbing

A 22-year-old Australian man has been charged with committing a terrorist attack and attempted murder following the stabbing of a man on the street.

The 59-year-old victim was walking through a park in the Sydney suburb of Minto on Saturday when he was stabbed several times.

He suffered serious wounds and remains in hospital in a critical but stable condition.

Khan was refused bail in the Parramatta Bail Court and his case was adjourned until Wednesday. He did not enter pleas.

Speaking at a news conference, New South Wales state police Deputy Commissioner Catherine Burn said of the suspect: "We know that this person has strong extremist beliefs inspired by ISIS (Islamic State).

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