Two charged as images emerge of alleged machete attack
A man and a teenager have been charged after a car fire and alleged machete attack in Sydney's west overnight.
Fire and Rescue were called to a home on Mackenzie Street, Concord West, at about 10.40pm.
They found a Nissan X-Trail alight in the driveway.
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A car was set alight in western Sydney overnight. 9News
Firefighters put out the blaze but the car was partly destroyed.
Following the car fire, just after midnight, police were called to Rawson Street, South Wentworthville, after reports of a fight.
Officers were told two people allegedly attempted to set fire to a home on Northcott Road, Lalor Park.
The homeowner pursued a Toyota Prado which had driven from the scene, before colliding with it on Rawson St.
Mobile phone vision has emerged of an alleged machete attack in South Wentworthville, 9News
The Prado passenger allegedly emerged with a machete and an altercation ensued.
An 18-year-old man was found with lacerations to his face and hands.
He was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
A 43-year-old man suffered superficial cuts to his shoulder and leg.
He was arrested, along with an uninjured 17-year-old boy.
The man was charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
The 17-year-old was charged with attempting to damage property by fire or an explosive with intent to injure and reckless wounding.
They were both refused bail.
Police believe the incidents of the car fire and the stabbing are linked and are investigating.
Anybody with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.
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