Sydney University knife attack: police operation underway

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested after a man was allegedly stabbed at the University of Sydney, prompting a campus lockdown.

The teenager allegedly stabbed the 22-year-old man in the neck and back at Camperdown University in western Sydney about 8.35am on Tuesday.

He allegedly walked up behind the man and stabbed him from behind near the university's entrance on Parramatta Road.

The man was rushed to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in a stable condition.

A 14-year-old boy was arrested by police near the hospital as he boarded a bus on Parramatta Road shortly after the incident.

New South Wales Police said the teenager was assisting their investigations.

“Neither person appears to know each other,” police said in a statement.

“There is no ongoing risk to the community.”

Photos from the scene show a down jacket and a backpack next to what appears to be a bloodstain on the concrete pavement at the university's entrance.

A crime scene has been established outside the veterinary sciences building.

Police and ambulance crews left the university around 10am and forensic officers arrived later to collect evidence from the crime scene.

University of Sydney professors said several buildings on campus were immediately placed on lockdown.

“As a precautionary measure, there may be an increased police and security presence on campus while investigations continue,” a university spokesperson said.

“The safety and well-being of our students, staff and community members is our priority, and we continue to work with authorities.

“Our support services are available to anyone who needs help. You can access free, confidential advice and wellbeing support 24/7 with Student Wellbeing by visiting the Health and Wellbeing webpage. 24-hour support is also available from Lifeline via text, online chat or by calling 13 11 14.”

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