A 27-year-old man is in police custody after allegedly stabbing two women in separate attacks in Frankston within a 24-hour period, one of which involved an alleged bag and phone theft.
First Attack: Young Street, Skye Woman Struck From Behind
Frankston Crime Investigation Unit detectives say the first incident occurred on 16 August at about 1:15pm. A 53-year-old Skye woman was allegedly struck from behind with a sharp implement while walking on Young Street. She was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The offender fled the scene.
Second Attack: Playne Street Robbery Turns Violent
The second stabbing took place the following morning, 17 August, at about 7:45am on Playne Street. Police allege the offender approached a 29-year-old Western Australian woman from behind, stabbed her, and then demanded her bag and phone before fleeing with her belongings. She was also taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Arrest on Ross Smith Avenue East
Police arrested a 27-year-old man of no fixed address a short time later on Ross Smith Avenue East. He remains in custody in relation to both incidents and will be interviewed by investigators.
Victoria Police has not released further details about a possible connection between the two attacks or a motive. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Frankston Crime Investigation Unit or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Source: Victoria Police, published 17 August 2026.
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